Property Description:
Situated in some of the most beautiful country that North Texas has to offer, The Woods Ranch is an ideal live water property with breathtaking views and an abundance of vegetation and habitat for wildlife and livestock. All the improvements needed for ranch living have been completed with a custom 4-bedroom house with large porches, designed by the world-famous architect, Frank Welch, a managers house, equipment barn, sporting clay and rifle range. The northern portion of the property has frontage along the Red River. Located only 1.5 hours northwest of the Dallas-Fort Worth area, this ranch is a solid investment that you can enjoy now with you family and friends, while watching it increase in value over the time.
Location:
The physical address is 1641 FM 2953, Saint Jo, Texas, 76265 and the property is located primarily along the south side of FM 2953, north of...
The physical address is 1641 FM 2953, Saint Jo, Texas, 76265 and the property is located primarily along the south side of FM 2953, north of Saint Jo and east of Nocona in Montague county. These towns, plus others, offer all the necessary services with numerous shops, stores, and restaurants. There are also several wineries and vineyards in Montague county, as well as Lake Texoma, making fun outings nearby. The property is roughly 1 hour 15 minutes from Fort Worth, and 1 hour 30 minutes from Dallas.
Road/Frontage Access:
Access to the ranch is off Farm to Market 2953 and there is frontage on both sides of this road.
Land:
This ranch is in the Cross Timbers section of Texas and has native grasses including Big and Little Bluestem, some variations of Gramma and Buffalo Grasses as well. Terrain on the ranch varies from productive bottomland near the creeks and draws to rolling hill country and big views indicative of this part of the state. Tree species on the ranch include Blackjack Oak, Bur Oak, Mesquite, Eastern Red Cedar, American Elm, Pecan, and Sumac to name a few. Average rainfall in this part of the state ranges from 25 to 35 inches per year. The property is under a wildlife exemption.
Water:
The property has approximately 2,800 feet of frontage along the Red River. There are numerous small lakes and ponds, many of them stocked with a variety of fish. The ranch has over 14,000 feet of frontage on both sides of Broadtree Creek and over 7,000 feet of frontage on both sides of the Campbell Branch. There are water wells that service the improvements.
Terrain/Topography:
The terrain of this property is rolling to hilly with vast views of the surrounding countryside. Elevation ranges from approximately 945 +/- feet above sea level on the south end of the ranch near the Campbell Branch just north of the southern border to approximately 750 +/- feet above sea level along the banks of the Broadtree Creek near where it intersects with the northern end of the property before it goes into the Red River.
Improvements:
The two-story main house features incredible natural light throughout and constructed of primarily wood and beige limestone from Lueders, TX. Designed by the world-famous architect, Frank Welch, this 4-bedroom, 4.1-bath home totals approximately 5,300 sf. The open kitchen overlooks the great room with a two story, vaulted, exposed beam ceiling with large stone fireplace. There is an office/study that could double as another bedroom. The home has a gourmet kitchen, featuring top of the line appliances and a large center island ideal for entertaining. The kitchen easily flows into the den and study creating a very welcoming and warm feeling. A massive stone fireplace is the centerpiece of the den and sitting area, encouraging gathering of friends and family or time spent flipping through the pages of your favorite book. There is a master bedroom on the 2nd floor with fireplace and walk in closet, large bath with separate tub and shower and double sinks and vanity areas. The master is accessed by its own private staircase.
The area around the house has been professionally landscaped with a variety of native plants to help showcase the raw beauty of the surrounding area. Outside living is encouraged while enjoying the magnificent views of the surrounding terrain and tree canopies. There is an outdoor fire pit as well as expansive decks and patios ideal for having a larger gathering and enjoying cool nights under the stars.
There is plenty of parking available for cars with the large-covered carport next to the house. There is also a 1,700-sf metal building/garage with concrete floor as well as a 1,750-sf metal shop/equipment barn with concrete flooring. Both metal buildings have metal roll up doors. There is skeet range as well as two different ranges for shooting rifles within walking distance of the main residence.
The property also has a 1,400-sf managers house with 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths.
Recreation/Hunting:
There is an abundance of typical Texas wildlife on the ranch: deer, turkey, quail, pig, dove, etc. The terrain and vegetation provide for an abundance of suitable habitat for wildlife of all types. There are several areas on the ranch that have been historically planted in food plots. Although not currently planted, it would not be difficult to convert them back into cultivated land for plots.
Minerals:
Seller owns a portion of the mineral estate.
Disclaimer:
This ranch is being offered For Sale and is Exclusively Listed by Harlan Ray & David Burgher of Briggs Freeman Sothebys International Realty.
Buyers brokers must be identified on first contact and must accompany buying prospect on first showing to be allowed full fee participation. If this condition is not met, fee participation will be at sole discretion of the Listing Broker. Prospects may be required to provide proof of funds prior to scheduling a showing.