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5850 County Road 163
Stephenville, TX 76401
Gabe Webster with Hayden Outdoors Real Estate, original listing - (970) 674-1990
$11,750,000
Conventional
Property
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Property Type
Conventional
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Property Description
357 Ranch has been transformed to meet and exceed the expectations of the most discerning recreational ranch owner, combining rugged landscapes with high-end amenities and multiple ways to enjoy the property. An exquisitely appointed main home is complemented by an equally impressive lodge with its own pool and a 19th-century cabin that is a favorite with guests. 357 Ranch gained its name from the 357 acres it encompasses. Highly improved pastures along Germany Creek look up hundreds of feet of elevation to wooded hillsides where Oak, Cedar and Elm trees surround multiple ponds and wet weather streams. The fertile bottom ground is mostly sandy loam soils and riparian areas where Cranes, Ducks, Geese, and other waterfowl reside most of the year. Native grasses and plants grow throughout spring, summer, and fall providing excellent browse for White Tail Deer. The 4,782 square foot main home with stone walls and wood ceilings offers natural light and panoramic views through expansive windows on the southern exposure. Each part of the home flows seamlessly into the next where no expense was spared to bridge the gap between the gorgeous interior and the natural beauty surrounding the ranch. The west wing contains the master suite, ensuite with garden tub, an amazing shower, his and hers walk-in closets, and a home gym with floor-to-ceiling glass doors that lead to an outdoor patio. Automatic blinds can be lowered, transforming the space into a tranquil retreat with its own fireplace. The heart of this architectural masterpiece is a living room, formal dining area and kitchen that is as equally suited for large gatherings as it is for intimate meals with a few family or friends. The chef's kitchen is replete with built-in Wolf and Subzero appliances, stone countertops, breakfast nook and patio door leading to the outdoor kitchen. Continuing to the east wing there is a private guest quarters with full ensuite just as beautiful and with panoramic views of the landscape and surrounding hills. The main home features a pool with an expansive deck and matching pool house with guest quarters and an outdoor kitchen. The 2,400 square foot lodge rests on a small hill on the southeast corner of the ranch and is beautifully appointed with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, an office/study, formal living room, dining room, and large kitchen with a patio and a spectacular pool. Beyond the pool is a 19th century cabin and a wood-framed barn from about the same time. The cabin has been preserved and refurbished to become a charming guest quarters with all the comforts of home and is a favorite accommodation with guests. A 9,000 square foot shop serves as the hub for the recreational opportunities on the ranch with a 3,000 square foot fully enclosed and insulated shop, two nicely appointed apartments, a conference room with half bath, laundry facilities, secure storage, and 80' x 60' equipment barn. West of the shop is the RV pavilion with 3 full-service sites, a full bathroom with a shower, an outdoor kitchen, and dining, with a firepit that overlooks the stocked pond. The motocross track begins on the south side of the shop and wraps around the west side of the RV pavilion where it connects to a network of trails designed to access the picturesque hills and valleys that comprise the north half of the property. A pistol range and a 1,000 yard rifle range round out the recreational amenities that make 357 Ranch an extraordinary opportunity for its next steward. North Texas Hill Country is renowned for its natural beauty and diversity of wildlife. White Tail Deer, Turkey, Quail, Dove, and all manner of waterfowl thrive in great numbers thanks to the rugged topography that keeps development at bay. A combination of natural habitat, improved pastures, hills, valleys, and water features make 357 Ranch an oasis in the surrounding wilderness for large and small game to call home. Summers at the ranch are warm and humid with an average temperature of 80 degrees while winters are generally mild and average 50 degrees. The area typically receives 35 inches of rain annually and the growing season lasts around 170 days. 357 Ranch was assembled from 2 separate ranches and connected through a series of expertly constructed roads and multiple creek crossings that wind through the Germany Creek valley. The property borders County Road 132 on the north and County Road 163 on the south. Two gated entrances enter the ranch from County Road 163 and lead to each of the two homes and all of the outbuildings, shops and a motocross track. ATV trails lead from the headquarters up the mountainsides past several ponds and to clearings with views for miles. 357 ranch is located in the Texas Hill Country, 3 miles west of Hwy 281 between Stephenville and I-20. The quiet, paved County Road 163 offers privacy and tranquility while affording easy access to local amenities and a 1 hour and 20-minute drive to Dallas/Fort Worth. Stephenville Clark Regional Airport with a 75 x 4,200 ft runway is 20 minutes from the ranch entrance.
Property Information
Lot Size
357 acre(s) square ft
Property Type
Farm-Farm
Year Built
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MLS Number
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Location
Address
5850 County Road 163
City
Stephenville
State
TX
Zip Code
76401
County
ERATH
Listing
Name
Phone
(970) 674-1990
Office Name
Office Phone
(970) 674-1990
Agent Name
Gabe Webster
Agency Phone
(970) 674-1990

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