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Donop Ranch

2675000
|
355
± acres
Well-Located | Breathtaking Long-Range Views | Seasonal Creek Frontage
Contact Ken Hoerster

210-859-6256

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Property Details

Summary

Donop Ranch is a very well-located and scenic property in eastern Mason County, just 6± miles north of Art, Texas, between Mason and Llano. The ranch encompasses 3,500'± of Twelve Mile Creek, which offers several seasonal spring areas with pockets of water that flow across slabs of picturesque granite. The ranch offers a ranch house, a small building, several barns, and several storage sheds. With its breathtaking views, gently rolling landscape, and diverse vegetation, this property provides an ideal retreat for those seeking the Texas Hill Country experience.

OVERVIEW

Situated among large ranches, Donop Ranch spans a gently rolling terrain with picturesque granite outcroppings, offering unobstructed long-range views of the Hill Country. The property is thoughtfully cross-fenced and features a longtime family-owned 1,750± sf home, two equipment barns, and several working sheds. Live oaks, mesquite, cedar elm, and other hardwoods dot the landscape, along with a mix of brush savannah and grassland. A good road system across the property ensures ease of exploration and enjoyment of the surroundings.

Status
Just Sold
List Price
2675000
County
Mason
Acreage (±)
354.5
Waterfront
Fencing
Electric
Topography
Water Source
Utilities
Listing Status
Days on Market
Annual Tax ($)
Zoning
Possible Use
Possible Use

Donop Ranch is located about 6± miles from Art, 14± miles from Mason, 15± miles from Castell, 30± miles from Llano, 39± miles from Brady, 54± miles from Fredericksburg, 104± miles from Austin, and 109± miles from San Antonio.

The ranch showcases approximately 100’± of elevation changes ranging from 1460’± asl to 1560’± asl. With its gently rolling terrain, the property has scenic granite outcroppings, creating an aesthetically pleasing and functional landscape. The diverse vegetation includes oaks, mesquite, other hardwoods, mixed brush savannah, and grassland. The ranch is cross-fenced into pastures.

(Note: On some maps, a road named Elwood Lane bisects the ranch's headquarters and extends to a neighboring ranch. This road is not an access easement through the property; it is just a private road for only the use of this property owner.)

The ranch features a main home with 1,750± sf, a 320± sf building, two barns, and two storage sheds.

Donop Ranch is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including native whitetail deer, quail, wild turkey, and assorted animals native to the Hill Country. Seasonal birds and waterfowl frequent the ranch throughout the year, creating an enchanting natural setting.

Almost 3,500’± of seasonal Twelve Mile Creek traverses the property, with spring-fed seasonal pockets of water. Additionally, there are several stock tanks that hold water for the livestock and wildlife. Two water wells are situated on the property; one is located at the headquarters, and one is located just to the west.

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Property Details

OVERVIEW

Property Features

County
Mason
Acreage
355
Waterfront
Fencing
Electric
Topography
Water Source
Utilities

Investment Considerations

List Price
2675000
Listing Status
Days on Market
Annual Tax ($)
Zoning
Possible Use
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