High Ridge Ranch
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Summary
An incredible opportunity to own a blank canvas ranch in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, conveniently located between Fredericksburg and Johnson City. High Ridge Ranch consists of 29.62± acres and is ideally positioned to enjoy the best of both worlds—a peaceful rural setting with quick access to the renowned 290 Wine Corridor, home to some of Texas’ top wineries, tasting rooms, breweries, and distilleries. Set along Elm Ridge Road, the property offers several excellent build sites with stunning long-range Hill Country views, providing the perfect setting for a custom home, weekend retreat, or investment property.
OVERVIEW
High Ridge Ranch is a scenic and peaceful Hill Country property offering phenomenal views and multiple natural lookout points scattered across the landscape. Rectangular in shape, the ranch is easy to navigate and well-suited for a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, hunting, birdwatching, and exploring.
A key advantage of the property is its readiness for future improvements. A water well is already in place near one of several potential homesites with nearby electricity, providing a strong foundation for building without significant upfront infrastructure investment.
Smith Spring Branch meanders through the northwest portion of the property for approximately 1,050’±. This seasonal tributary enhances the ranch with classic Hill Country character, featuring attractive limestone formations and a variety of mature hardwoods along its banks.
While the ranch offers a clean slate for its new owner, its true value lies in its natural beauty, usability, and strategic location. Conveniently situated approximately 1.5± hours from both Austin and San Antonio, and just a short drive to Fredericksburg and Johnson City, High Ridge Ranch is ideally positioned for those seeking a private retreat with easy access to the Hill Country’s most desirable destinations.
The property is currently under an Ag Exemption, and electricity runs along a portion of the south fence line along Elm Ridge Road. Low fencing is in place along three of four sides. The ranch is accessed by taking the paved North Grape Creek Road, then turning east onto Elm Ridge Road and traveling about three-quarters of a mile. The property is on the north side of the road. Elm Ridge Road is a private 60’± deeded easement road.
LOCATION
Located only 18± miles east of Fredericksburg and 21± miles northwest of Johnson City.
The property is about 14± miles from Albert, 17± miles from Luckenbach, 42± miles from Marble Falls, 65± miles from Austin, and 70± miles from San Antonio.
LAND
The terrain of High Ridge Ranch features a gentle roll with approximately 40’± of elevation change, creating multiple vantage points that capture impressive long-range Hill Country views. The Seller has thoughtfully and strategically cleared cedar in key areas of the property, leaving behind a park-like setting where mature live oaks can thrive. These selectively cleared sections not only enhance the natural beauty of the land but also offer exceptional potential home sites with sweeping views.
Additional areas of the ranch feature a balanced mix of native vegetation, including live oaks and pockets of cedar, which contribute to both privacy and habitat diversity. Along the wet weather creek corridor, a variety of hardwoods—including cedar elms—add character to the property. The ranch is further complemented by a healthy stand of native grasses, which support wildlife and enhance the property's natural appeal.
IMPROVEMENTS
The ranch is void of any structural improvements.
Wildlife
Wildlife is in abundance with frequent sightings of whitetail deer, turkey, dove, and other animals native to the Hill Country.
Water
There is one water well strategically located near one of the premier building sites. The well is capped, cased, and tested at 6.5± gpm when it was drilled.
Smith Spring Branch, a wet weather tributary, traverses through the northwest portion of the property for 1,050’±. The creek can hold pockets of water for limited periods on a seasonal basis.
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