575 Ac. Ranch on Schumann Creek, Fredericksburg -

575 acres | $6,995 per acre

Owned & operated by the same family for the past 20 years, this exquisite ranch is in pristine condition. Located in a very desirable, and easily accessed, area of the Hill Country, this is a great recreational getaway that offers pure relaxation and privacy. The town of Fredericksburg is renown for its European ambiance with a myriad of charming restaurants, boutique shops, museums, antiques, as well as music and art festivals throughout the year. This area of the Pedernales River Valley is also home to notable, award-winning Texas Wineries that provide additional Old World atmosphere.

The 575 Acre Ranch on Schumann Creek is 65± miles north of San Antonio, 20 miles west of Johnson City, 10± miles east of Fredericksburg and 5± miles NW of Stonewall, TX. The ranch fronts on 3503 Ranch Road, Ranch Road 2721.

Map of Gillespie County
Description
The current owners purchased this land in 1991 from the estate of direct descendants of the original homestead family. According to records, this is the largest portion of the original homestead of settlers from Germany, with the main house sometimes referred to as the Amandus Vogel house. There is also an original hand-dug and limestone-lined well southwest of the home and the original cistern is still functional adjacent to the house. All perimeter and crossfencing are new or restored between 1997 and 1999. Fields were fenced in 2000-2005. Perimeter is low fenced.
Topography
Vegetation: This ranch has been selectively cleared of mesquite and cedar in 2003 and 2004. Two nice fields totaling 45± acres are fenced for small grain. A large 70± acre field is in Coastal Bermuda with a stock water system in place for cattle operation. There are beautiful hardwoods throughout the property including Live Oak, Post Oak and Elm trees.
Minerals
Seller will convey all of mineral interest owned.
Wildlife
This ranch has been under a wildlife management plan from 2004-2009. Protein feeding program has been in place, good blinds and feeders. There is low fenced whitetail hunting with a good Axis deer herd. Excellent whitetail deer, dove and turkey hunting, as well as a few quail.
Taxes
$5,897.87 (2010)
Water
The ranch is well watered having 4 water wells and 5 stock ponds. Seasonal Schumann Creek branch of Palo Alto Creek traverses the property for 1± mile. Three of the ponds are stocked with bass & catfish.
Access
The ranch entrance is at 3503 Ranch Road, Ranch Road 2721.
Available Utilities
Electricity, water wells, septic, choice of internet/phone providers.
Comments
Shown by appointment please.
Listing Agent
Robert Dullnig, Broker Associate. 210.213.9700 - view all properties from this agent

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