Zanzenberg Ranch is the crown jewel of Center Point, TX. This fertile ground has been producing top quality horses, livestock, and forage since the late 1800's. This is a true working ranch located on the banks of the strong flowing Guadalupe River in Southeastern Kerr County. This highly improved property was originally settled by Dr. Charles Ganahl in 1856, when he used to sell horses to the US Government at Camp Verde that were raised on this land. The new owner of this property will be the second owner since the Ganahl Family sold in 1995. Zanzenberg ranch is a piece of Texas history that has the modern luxury conveniences for the best of both worlds. 385+/- acres are under a game fence and home to many exotic wildlife and domestic livestock. This ranch is set up for production with multiple hay fields, cross fencing, irrigation pivots, storage barns, horse barns, catch pens a...
Zanzenberg Ranch is the crown jewel of Center Point, TX. This fertile ground has been producing top quality horses, livestock, and forage since the late 1800's. This is a true working ranch located on the banks of the strong flowing Guadalupe River in Southeastern Kerr County. This highly improved property was originally settled by Dr. Charles Ganahl in 1856, when he used to sell horses to the US Government at Camp Verde that were raised on this land. The new owner of this property will be the second owner since the Ganahl Family sold in 1995. Zanzenberg ranch is a piece of Texas history that has the modern luxury conveniences for the best of both worlds. 385+/- acres are under a game fence and home to many exotic wildlife and domestic livestock. This ranch is set up for production with multiple hay fields, cross fencing, irrigation pivots, storage barns, horse barns, catch pens and so much more. The recreational opportunities are endless on this property with year round hunting, fishing, swimming, kayaking, and hiking along the Guadalupe River. This property is the total package for the most discerning buyer and all less than an hour to San Antonio International Airport. Youtube "Zanzenberg Ranch" for more history and videos of the ranch.
Improvements: A custom entrance on a recently paved road will lead you to the ranch headquarters. The HQ offers an incredible 19th Century built main residence that was recently restored. The thick limestone walls encase a 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom home with formal living and dining areas. Many custom features, finished out basement guest bedroom, incredible port a cache, and the original claw foot tub make this house truly a work of art. A fully functional rain water collection system with thousands of gallons of storage capacity is available in addition to the prolific groundwater. Attached to the main house is a quaint 1 bedroom guest house originally built in 1860. A park like setting surrounds the main house with vegetable gardens, grape vines, multiple hardwoods, manicured grass, and outdoor living areas. Around the main compound you will find a two story Kentucky Style barn retrofitted for everyday farm use. Additional out buildings include: a large equipment/hay barn, workers residence, fully restored hunters cabin, and horse runs with loafing sheds.
Land: You will not find more productive soils in Kerr Country. For centuries the Guadalupe River & Bluff Creek have been pouring nutrients into this rich black dirt. Highlighted by a 90+/- Acre pivot which produces hundreds of round bales per season. An additional 20+/- acres is dry-land farmed with improved grasses to provide exceptional grazing for livestock. Continuing North on the ranch the land will gently roll up to 1520' elevation providing exceptional views over the hay fields and the Guadalupe River Valley. This area of the ranch is covered with incredible hardwoods such as pecan, live oak, red oak, ash juniper, and a wide variety of native and improved grasses. This vegetation provides an ideal habitat for the wildlife & livestock inhabiting the property.
River: This is as beautiful and strong flowing section of the Guadalupe River that exists. Private tunnel connects both sides of the property to avoid traveling over Highway 27 to access your river hideaway!
Wells: 2 water wells (both around 420' deep) supply the houses and livestock watering infrastructure. Many large storage tanks at the residences allow for constant flow to be present at every tap and never have a drop in pressure. Water lines are run throughout the ranch to varies watering stations for the wildlife and livestock.
Water Rights: 110 AC feet, subordinate surface water rights. 31,120,000 gallons of ground water rights.
***Final acreage subject to new survey. More acreage available.
*** All creeks and rivers in Texas are subject to fluctuating levels of flow and can go underground or even become dry at times based on rainfall and other conditions. We make no representation as to the permanency of this creek as it exists today or at the time of your visits. All information is deemed reliable but should be verified by interested party.