This ranch has the look and feel of a refined showplace, yet is not pretentious or gaudy. Pastures are manicured and well-managed, and most of the extensive improvements and equipment are almost new. An immaculate entrance opening to a classic entry lane bordered by split-rail fencing beckons the passer-by. The improvements are clustered in an area set off of the highway, shrouded by oak trees with several granite outcroppings adding interest.
A two story ranch-style home of wood and stone is the main residence located at the front of a connected compound of highly useful structures. This house occupies about 2,400 square feet, and has 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, large country kitchen, large living area with fireplace, dining area and many closets. Most of the furnishings are included in the sale, too.
Connected by covered walkways to the main house are a climate-controlled two car g...
Connected by covered walkways to the main house are a climate-controlled two car garage, a roomy office suite, and a garage apartment. All of these structures are in excellent condition, and allow added flexibility for the multi-tasking, active family.
Nearby is a seven stall, state-of-the-art horse barn with office, tack room, concrete wash rack and feed room. In an adjacent area is a huge metal barn/shop, some of which is climate controlled, which houses many tools & accessories including mowers, feeders, disks, tractor, mobile fire fighting system, trailers and haying implements, all of which convey to the new owner. A list of major items is included separately in this package.
Another interesting feature of this unique ranch is the 13 water wells (per owner) located throughout. Many of these wells have electric submersible pumps, and there are pumps into and out of a small stock pond located near the center of the property, some of which supply a sprinkler irrigation system that waters a small “deer buffet” field that is high fenced off for controlled access. Good granite base roads provide excellent access to the entire ranch, and a concrete low water crossing over Johnson Creek allows passage even during wet times.
The land itself is clean, gently rolling Hill Country dotted with mature oaks, and having clay soils with granite base. Strong-flowing Johnson Creek dances through the center of the ranch for over ¼ mile, and is characterized by a sandy/granite streambed with a small stream of water flowing on top even in the severe drought conditions of March, 2006.
Soils are highly productive sandy clays, and native and improved grasses thrive on this site. There is a weedless field of coastal Bermuda at the front of the ranch, and other improved grass strains are scattered throughout the various pastures, mixed in with the native grasses. The habitat is superb for deer, turkey and birds, and a fine herd of exotic animals is contained in the southern part of the ranch by high fence, all of which is included with the property.
A well-planned brush sculpturing program has been executed on this ranch, creating an environment that looks refined, yet retains enough brush and regrowth to provide plenty of shelter and browse for wildlife. There are areas of thicker, larger trees along the creek bottom allowing turkeys to roost in comfort and safety. Pecans, oaks, elms and willows are the dominant species.
In summary, this is regarded as one of the premier showplaces in Llano County, and is a turn-key opportunity for the family/entity looking to begin enjoyment and full usage instantly. Rarely is the combination of beauty, function, location, production and recreation bound together in such an affordable package, and offered on the public market. Please join us for a professional tour of the Rufi Ranch. We are certain that you will have a difficult time driving away afterward!
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Asking $2,900,000, cash to Seller, who will provide current survey and title insurance. Seller will convey all owned minerals, and a more detailed list of equipment, furniture and accessories can be provided to parties who wish to enter into a contract to purchase. Information provided herein is deemed reliable, but cannot be warranted by Seller or Broker, and is subject to change, errors and/or omissions, prior sale and withdrawal from market. Buyers are urged to verify representations on their own, and draw their own conclusions about the usefulness or value of the Property for a given purpose. SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT ONLY – DO NOT TRESPASS!
Buyer’s brokers must be identified on first contact, and must accompany buying prospect on first showing to be allowed full fee participation. If this condition is not met, fee participation will be at sole discretion of LANDTX, David E. Culver, broker.
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This exquisite showplace ranch is located on SH 71 about 8 miles west of Llano near the Valley Spring community in northwestern Llano County. The area remains relatively untouched by small tract subdivision, and consists of medium to large working/recreational ranches, maintaining a rural feel that is rapidly diminishing in many parts of the Hill Country.
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