3676 FM 1085 , Merkel, TX 79536 (Taylor County)

Size: 207.09 Acres

Type: Farms and Ranches, Recreational Property, Hunting Property

Blow Out Mountain Ranch

The opportunity to own one of the most unique and fascinating properties in all of Taylor County awaits! Blow Out Mountain Ranch encompasses an entire mountain featuring a crater on top, which is the remnants of a collapsed sink hole. The property has been improved with a system of roads which makes the entire mountain accessible. The three-bedroom and two-bathroom limestone rock ranch house has incredible views and was built for country living. There is a lot of local lore and legend surrounding this mountain, you will not find another property as captivating as this ranch!

Location:The ranch is located in northwest Taylor County, approximately 3 hours drive time from the Dallas/Fort Worth area and 2 hours from the Midland/Odessa or Lubbock areas.

Acreage:207.09 acres encompassing the entirety of Blow Out Mountain. There is a 13 acre field in the southwest corner of the property curre...

Acreage:207.09 acres encompassing the entirety of Blow Out Mountain. There is a 13 acre field in the southwest corner of the property currently in native grass.

Topography:Topography is rugged, with the mountain featuring rock ledges, overhangs, crevices, and a crater at the top filled with sand.

Elevation:There is 200 feet of elevation change from the base to the top of the mountain.

Cover:here are live oaks, cedar, mesquite, shin oak, native brush, and native grasses. This is an incredibly varied and diverse property!

Fences:There is barb wire perimeter fencing in new to average condition.

Utilities:Water is supplied by Blair Water Supply, and also has a 1,100 gallon holding tank pressured by a booster pump. Electricity is Taylor County Electric.

Water:Water to the home is supplied by Blair Water Supply. There are also three small ponds on the property.

Hunting:Whitetail deer, Rio Grande turkey, dove, quail, and feral hogs are all frequently seen on the property. There are two deer blinds and feeders which will convey with the property.

Residence and Improvements:The residence was constructed in 2005 and was built with energy efficiency in mind. The insulated concrete form walls are covered with limestone rock, and there is a Decra shingle lifetime roof that was installed in 2019. The home features 1,856 square feet of living area, with a two-car metal covered carport and an additional 900+ square feet of covered porches.

Minerals:Surface only, seller does not own any mineral rights.

Price:The property is priced at $990,000.

The information contained herein is believed to be true and correct. However, Ekdahl Nelson Real Estate does not give any warranty for its accuracy. It is the buyer or buyers agent responsibility to verify all information. Please be advised that Ekdahl Nelson Real Estate represents the seller in this transaction.

Buyer's agent must be identified on first contact & must accompany buying prospect on all showings to be allowed full participation. If this condition is not met, fee participation will be at the sole discretion of Ekdahl Nelson Real Estate. No trespassing. Seller's agent must be present for showings.

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