Pebble River Ranch

With 2150 feet of the Guadalupe River's South Fork and two year-round creeks, the 1,360-acre Pebble River Ranch is a live water paradise. The only thing this majestic Hill Country property lacks is your personal stamp.

Located 15 minutes west of Hunt and 5 minutes from Crider's Dancehall and Rodeo on FM 39, opportunity flows as freely as the water. It is ideally suited to become a recreational ranch, a corporate retreat or a summer camp in the time-honored tradition of the beloved encampments that dot the area. Its potential is as bigand as uniqueas your vision.

Nearby Hunt sits at the junction of the North and South forks of the Guadalupe River, earning it the unofficial title of Texas' resort hub. With Crider'sand its full slate of activities for summer weekendsin the neighborhood, guests will never have a dull moment.

The trickle and burble of crystalline water provides a constant...

The trickle and burble of crystalline water provides a constant soundtrack throughout the ranch. The Guadalupe Riverarguably one of the crown jewels of the state's river systemruns on the eastern portion.splashing over limestone rocks in some stretches and resting in inviting, limpid blue pools in others.

Cherry Creek and White Oak add their own rhythms to the symphony as they meander through the majestic Hill Country landscape.

The abundant live water invites relaxation. Whiling away long summer days in one of the state's most coveted rivers in complete privacy could be your Imagine whiling away long summer days.

Three water wells, ranging from 25 gallons/minute 100 gallons/minute, expand options for water sourcesand possibilities for management.

Post oaks, live oaks and wild cherry reach for the sky throughout. Cypress trees, with their knobby knees and lacy leaves, are scattered along the banks of both creeks. A recent planting has added 148 pecan trees to the mix of hardwoods.

Cedar has been strategically cleared to encourage regrowth of native grasses, forbs and other diverse vegetation. The land is poised to become even more naturally beautiful and productive.

The native habitat is home to trophy whitetails and axis deer as well as turkeys. The formal wildlife management program is in its early stages. Introducing superlative South Texas whitetail genetics has been one of the first steps.

The majority of Pebble River Ranch boasts new fencing. It's a mixture of 6-foot Tight Lock and 8-foot game-proof dictated by location and how that portion of the ranch has been used.

Built early in the last century, the ranch house, which features a wood-burning fireplace, has been completely renovated. From the expansive screened back porch, family and friends can look down on the Guadalupe. Or they can step outside to the rock patio and fire pit to enjoy the same stunning view.

Depending on your vision, the ranch house could become guest lodging. Numerous building siteseach with their own memorable viewsexist throughout the ranch.

Throughout history live water has been prizedperhaps never more than now. The Pebble River Ranch gives you access to not onenot twobut threerunning, riffling, rippling life-giving sources of crystalline water and endless relaxation. The water-colored landscape offers one of the most glorious blank canvases available in Texas.

Apply your vision. Live your dream.

Explore Pebble River Ranch for yourself. Call Howard W. Hood at (830) 739-3815.