19 miles NW of Brady, Texas and 3 miles North of Melvin, TX in McCulloch and Concho Counties with 3 miles of frontage on paved road FM 503. Over a mile on state highway 87 and over a mile on a gravel road. Ranch starts about three miles north of Melvin, Texas on the west side of FM 503.
BUYERS ONLY: This ranch is a beautiful well maintained property located in the Brady mountains. There are numerous canyons with interesting rock formations with deep wooded draws and unobstructed views for miles. The ranch borders the historic Salt Gap where years ago cattle drives passed through on their way to market. It has a perfect balance of woods and fields for excellent hunting, ranching and recreation. The improvements on the ranch are modern and in excellent condition. There are several miles of county and highway road frontage in addition to many miles of interior ranch roads. Salt Creek [ wet weather only] traverses the property creating several ponds along the way. Deer are abundant and are fed year round. A long time local rancher has operated the livestock, farming and maintenance on the ranch and would like to continue if new owner so desires. Also a groundskeeper resides in the caretaker house and would like to continue living on the property if possible. Both have been assets in maintaining the high standards of this ranch.
Acreage
3429
Terrain
This ranch is presently used for cattle and goat ranching, hunting and recreational purposes. The Brady Mountains meander through the property creating beautiful canyons and draws with scenic views for miles. There are 12 ponds and several have recently been stocked with bass, catfish and perch. There is approximately 300 acres in improved grass and 162 acres in planted wheat. The ranch is nicely wooded for hunting purposes. The live oak and large mesquite are dominant with lots of red oak and elm trees. There is hardly any cedar and the cactus was sprayed by helicopter 2 years ago and is in decline.
Water
2 eater wells and Melvin Water Supply and 12 stoack tanks
Improvements
Main Residence: newer nicely furnished 3 bedroom, 3 1/2 baths, approx. 2400 sq. feet, 2 car garage, large exterior porches with beautiful views.
Care takers house: Older wood home with lots of character.
Metal show barn: This barn was used as the site of many cattle auctions. It has a show arena with pipe rail, bleachers, restrooms, chute entrance, and all pipe holding area.
Large horse barn: Several large stalls, office, restrooms, storage.
Deer feeders: 5 2500lb gravity feeders.
Metal Maintenance barn: Full workshop, Restrooms, 5 vehicle bays or storage.
Recreation
Native whitetail deer, roaming axis deer and black buck antelope, Rio Grande turkey, dove, quail, bobcat, coyote, fox, ducks, jack rabbits and cotton tail rabbits. This is an excellent hunting/ranch combo!
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