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Summary
Keyes Ranch is a spectacular Hill Country property offering stunning long-range vistas, two lakes, and a landscape ideally suited for recreation, grazing, or equestrian use. With rolling terrain, impressive 360° views, and abundant hardwoods, this property combines natural beauty with superior raw acreage, making it a rare find in a prime location near Austin, San Marcos, and San Antonio.
OVERVIEW
Keyes Ranch delivers the best of the Hill Country—a unique combination of big views, superior raw acreage for the area, and privacy while remaining close to all the conveniences of Austin, San Marcos, and San Antonio. The rolling topography and dramatic elevation changes create multiple building sites with impressive, large-range views, making this a prime location for a homestead, weekend retreat, or investment property. Open pastures, barns, and a well-maintained road system provide functionality and ease of access throughout the ranch. The presence of two lakes, multiple surface tanks, and wet-weather creeks enhances the ranch’s natural charm. Additional acreage and improvements may be available. This property is co-listed with Dave Ramsey and Danny Quinlan at NewQuest.
LOCATION
Keyes Ranch enjoys a prime location in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, offering both privacy and convenience. The property is just 9± miles from Dripping Springs—known as the “Gateway to the Hill Country” and home to popular wineries, breweries, and wedding venues—making it a sought-after destination for both full-time living and weekend retreats.
Keyes Ranch is about 27± miles from Johnson City, 28± miles from Blanco, 29± miles from Austin, 40± miles from Marble Falls, 41± miles from San Marcos, 57± miles from Fredericksburg, 66± miles from New Braunfels, and 78± miles from San Antonio.
LAND
The ranch showcases rolling terrain with elevations ranging from 880’ to 1,180’± asl, offering dramatic 360° Hill Country views from its hilltops. Purola Lake, the primary water feature, currently spans about 1.5± acres but has expanded to as much as 12± acres during previous years, creating an additional striking focal point of the ranch. A second, smaller lake lies in the northeastern portion of the property, complemented by two additional surface tanks and several wet-weather creeks that traverse the acreage. The landscape is graced with an abundance of native hardwoods—cedar elm, black walnut, pecan, live oak, and Spanish oak—while lush native grasses blanket the pastures. A large neighboring property along the western and northern boundaries is under a conservation easement, ensuring lasting privacy and protected scenic views.
IMPROVEMENTS
The ranch features various barns, sheds, and a good road system.
Wildlife
Wildlife is abundant on Keyes Ranch, with regular sightings of whitetail deer, turkeys, doves, and other native species. Four strategically placed feeders help attract and sustain healthy game populations across the property. Wildlife enthusiasts, as well as avid hunters, will appreciate a prime Hill Country wildlife experience.
Water
Keyes Ranch has three water wells, including two electric submersible and one windmill. Water troughs for livestock and wildlife can be found near the wells.
The ranch also features a good-sized lake—Purola Lake, a smaller lake, two surface tanks, and several wet-weather creeks.
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