County Road 422 , Hondo, TX 78861 (Medina County)

Size: 823 Acres

Type: Farms and Ranches, Recreational Property, Hunting Property, Lakefront Property, Waterfront Property, House

Home: 3 beds - 3 full baths - 2,952 Sq Ft

823 Ac. TWIN LAKES RANCH

823 Acres TWIN LAKES RANCH, Medina County

County Rd 422, Hondo, TX 78861

Twin Lakes Ranch, aptly named for its 50+ acre Collins Lake and 26+ acre second lake, is a sportsmans oasis less than 50 miles from San Antonio in Medina County. Once part of the Triple 777 operation, Twin Lakes Ranch has an array of nice improvements, Edwards water rights, rolling scenic terrain, good native deer hunting, and world-class bass fishing and duck hunting. With over 76+ acres of surface water that can be supplemented by a strong Edwards Aquifer irrigation well, this is truly a rare opportunity to own one of the most unique water features on the market.

IMPROVEMENTS: The improvements of this property are ideally situated overlooking the Lakes. They offer not only views, but easy access to them, beyond the nicely manicured yards that surround them. All three homes were built by Hill Country Classic ...

Main House 2,952 s.f. Single story, 3 bedrooms/3 baths, wood frame on concrete slab foundation. The main family room has high cathedral ceilings with a large masonry fireplace.

Lake House 1,863 s.f. Single story, wood frame, 4 bedroom/2 bathrooms. High ceilings and a metal fireplace. Carport 368 s.f.

Foreman Home -1,366 s.f. Single story, wood frame, 3 bedroom/2 bathrooms. Bead board ceiling, open kitchen, living room with high ceilings. 191 s.f. covered porch overlooking lake. 363 s.f. carport.

Red Barn 1,800 s.f. Metal frame. Concrete slab. 1,200 s.f. of the building is enclosed with HVAC.

Implement Barn 1,803 s.f. Metal frame. Custom walk-in cooler with 288 s.f. fully enclosed.

Boat House 1,933 s.f. Metal frame. Concrete slab. The boat house needs boat slips repaired but offers entertainment space.

Perimeter is high fenced. Paved road takes you from the entrance to the homes.

WATER: This ranch is highlighted by 2 large lakes. Collins Lake is a 50 acre lake that lies just below the improvements. Just below Collins Lake is a second 26 acre lake. These lakes offer some of the best fishing and duck hunting the state has to offer. Several bass over 10 lbs. have been caught over the years.

Irrigation Well The ranch has one Edwards irrigation well that can supplement the Lakes and provides water to the Headquarters. Drilled in 1989, the 8-inch casing is believed to be 500 feet deep with the 100 HP pump set at 300 feet. The well is believed to pump 900 GPM. Along with this offering are 96.544 Acre Feet of Edwards Water Rights.

WILDLIFE: This ranch not only offers the best duck hunting and bass fishing, but also has a good Whitetail deer herd in place. The ranch has been leased to family friends over the past two years. Several 160 B/C bucks have been harvested over the years plus are still present on the ranch. With excellent brush and water, this ranch grows large bucks and holds an abundance of game. Wildlife includes Whitetail deer, turkey, quail, dove, duck, javelina and varmints. There is also a healthy herd of Axis deer. World-class bass fishing includes a lake record of 13 lbs. and several bass over 15 lbs. were shocked up during the Lake management procedure. Seasonal duck hunting is phenomenal offering a large variety such as Mallards, Pintails, Gadwall, Wigeons, Green-wing Teal, Blue-wing Teal and Cinnamon Teal.

VEGETATION-TERRAIN: This ranch has all the necessary browse to grow large whitetail deer and to hold an abundance of native game. Brush species include: Guajillo, Black Brush, White Brush, Persimmon, Granjeno, Guayacon, Tasajillo and many more. Large mesquite trees are scattered throughout. Large elm, oak and willow trees are present around the homes and water features. Rolling terrain and several high points offer nice views elevation range from 850 ASL around the lakes to 1,015 ASL on the hilltops.

MINERALS: Negotiable. No production.

TAXES: $14,177.24 (2022)