LOCATION: This unique site is located 7 miles north of Boerne in a sought-after area of ranches and manicured farmsteads, on paved Ernst Road. This is about 20 miles from Fredericksburg, 25 miles from Kerrville, 30 miles from north San Antonio and about 70 miles from Austin. The area is well-known for the type of scenic beauty that epitomizes the best of the Hill Country, and the site itself is nestled in a secluded valley, surrounded by low, wooded hills.
There is frontage on Ernst Road, a paved county road that serves this secluded zone, and the ranch is less than two miles off of the Sisterdale highway. There is very little traffic, and no development within close proximity of the property. Adjoiners range from 35 to 700 acres.
WATER: The ranch is divided by spring-fed, cypress-lined Wasp Creek, which is stated to hold water even in the driest of times. The creek surges thru...
WATER: The ranch is divided by spring-fed, cypress-lined Wasp Creek, which is stated to hold water even in the driest of times. The creek surges thru for over 1/3 mile, punctuated by dramatic falls, gurgling shoals and deep holes (over ones head). This cool, clear water is ideal for fishing, swimming, floating, rock-skipping and even kayaking in one area. There are many cypress trees along its length, and gentle, grassy banks help create several classic rope swing sites.
There are two water wells on site, one with submersible pump and another of unknown quality and quantity. An underground irrigation system serves a small pecan orchard, and the active well is said to be of excellent quality and quantity.
LAND: The land itself is very gently rolling, having a cultivated field to the south, then Wasp Creek, then a low knoll which flattens out to the north, and then falls off into a minor drainage. To the north of that drainage is yet another small field. The knoll thru the center of the property offers a suberb homesite overlooking the creek bottom and fields.
The overall look is manicured and refined, with an assortment of giant post oaks, live oaks, pecans and walnuts sprinkled across the landscape. Huge cypress line Wasp Creek, and there is little cedar to be found on the property. There are three separate fields, two in cultivation (hay crops) and one in grass. Frankly, the appearance of this property is breathtakingly clean and refreshing, and no work remains to be done other than routine tree maintenance.
Soils are mostly deeper, loamy sites, able to support hay crops and improved pasture. A neighboring ranch has a pecan orchard, and the possibility of fruit orchards or vineyards is likely. There are a few limestone outcrops, but they are well defined and visible along the creek and drainages. Few rocks are seen in the pastureland and fields.
IMPROVEMENTS: A nice cabin of about 1,300 sq. ft. is situated in the NW corner of the property, and is served by a private water well and driveway off of Ernst Road. This dwelling has 2 BR, 1.5 BA, loft, and a magnificent fireplace, plus a porch off of the back. It is of wood frame construction with metal roof, and is about 16 years old, in good condition. A stone entrance, small pecan orchard, picnic area and garden area surround this very usable residence.
The ranch is fenced and cross fenced (poor to good), and there is a set of old German-style improvements that include a smokehouse, garage/shed, residence and well house. These structures possess little value, but have intriguing, salvageable materials including 18 cypress planks, hand cut limestone blocks and various other odds and ends.
GENERAL: This observer has seen few small farmsteads with as much charm and pizzaz as this one, not to mention superb, prized location near Boerne on pavement in a quiet, rural area within the Boerne School District. Existing dwelling could serve as a temporary abode, caretakers quarters or guest house. The land requires no further work, and the spectacular, totally private water speaks for itself. The site begs for a custom, high-end home and stables, and a visit will no doubt spark ones imagination toward that end.
FINANCIAL: $1,250,000.00, cash to Sellers, who will provide current survey, basic title insurance and 50% owned minerals with 100% executive leasing rights. Property is owned by listing broker, and was intended to be his familys permanent home. Information contained herein is deemed reliable, but is not warranted by Broker/Owner, and is subject to change, errors and/or omissions, prior sale and withdrawal from market. Buyers are urged to verify representations on their own, and draw their own conclusions regarding the value and usefulness of the property for a given purpose. SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, DO NOT TRESPASS.
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 LANDTX, David E. Culver, broker.