The Smith Ranch is a premier Texas Hill Country legacy estate where natural beauty, refined improvements, and over two decades of purposeful stewardship converge. Spanning nearly 2,900 acres of rolling oaks, limestone bluffs, lakes and over 12 miles of creeks, this fully high game-fenced property represents one of the most complete turnkey ranches in the Texas Hill Country. Every acre has been thoughtfully developed to maximize habitat, recreation, and family enjoyment, resulting in a rare combination of luxury, privacy, and untamed Hill Country beauty. The seller is currently pursuing a 1031-Exchange and has priced the ranch competitively for a timely sale. Should the exchange window close, pricing may adjust upward

Water Features

Water is the lifeblood of Smith Ranch. Two pristine, aerated lakes spanning roughly 8 and 12 acres form the heart of the property, each designed for both recreation and beauty. The larger lake features a custom in-ground pit blind for exceptional duck hunting, while the other lake offers a sandy beach and shaded picnic area nestled among the oaks, perfect for swimming, kayaking, and family gatherings. Thirteen well-built ponds lined with native clay ensure year-round water reliability. Yancey Creek and its feeder streams stretch for more than twelve miles through the ranch, carving deep pools beneath multiple dramatic bluffs and weathered rock formations. Two additional large lake sites offer opportunities for future water expansion and enhancement.

Land & Habitat

Few properties in the Texas Hill Country offer such diversity. The ranch encompasses rolling pastures, mature hardwood canopies, and soaring limestone bluffs rising above Yancey Creek. Roughly 90% of the cedar has been cleared, opening sweeping hilltop vistas and productive grasslands. Towering live oaks, fertile fields, and native wildflowers showcase the results of two decades of dedicated land management. Due to its location and topography, the ranch enjoys exceptional privacy, panoramic Hill Country views, dark night skies, and a peaceful sense of seclusion while remaining within close proximity to nearby towns and amenities.

Improvements

The main residence spans approximately 4,500 square feet and features 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, open-concept living, expansive patios, and a stone fire pit overlooking the water. A matching 4,500-square-foot barn, fully plumbed and wired for easy conversion into a barndominium, provides exceptional flexibility for additional entertaining space, storage, or a future guest retreat. Complementing the main home are a one-bedroom guest house, a one-bedroom ranch headquarters barndominium, multiple barns, and a state-of-the-art deer breeding facility, all designed with both functionality and enduring style in mind.

The ranch is fully high game-fenced and cross-fenced into five large pastures, with an extensive internal road system and two registered grass airstrips for private access. Recreational amenities include a regulation skeet and trap range, a dedicated pistol range, and a 500-yard rifle range, providing a complete shooting experience for outdoor enthusiasts and guests alike.

Wildlife & Recreation

Smith Ranch offers one of the most dynamic wildlife programs in Texas. Trophy whitetail with elite genetics roam alongside a curated collection of exotics including axis, blackbuck, kudu, gemsbok, Père David’s deer, fallow deer, aoudad, scimitar-horned oryx, and zebra. Native species such as wild hogs, turkey, quail, and dove further enhance the sporting diversity across the property. Two eagles have been nesting on the property and are seen regularly fishing and hunting. No commercial hunting has ever been permitted; the ranch has been reserved exclusively for family and friends. The lakes and ponds produce trophy bass exceeding 10 pounds and provide exceptional habitat for waterfowl, creating some of the finest fishing and wing-shooting in the Texas Hill Country. Smith Ranch captures the essence of the Texas outdoors with its rare balance of wildlife, water, and natural beauty.

Location & Access

Positioned along the Lampasas and Burnet County line, Smith Ranch sits just 15 minutes from Lampasas, 25 minutes from Burnet, and roughly 75 minutes from Austin. The property offers 1.5 miles of county road frontage with four gated entrances, balancing accessibility with privacy. Nearby attractions include Post Oak State Park, Colorado Bend State Park, and Gorman Falls, along with a number of celebrated Hill Country wineries that provide relaxing and enjoyable outings for family and guests.

Offering Summary

Available turnkey as a whole or in tracts from 600 to 2,900± acres, Smith Ranch has been carefully curated to protect its beauty, privacy, and lasting value. More than a ranch, it is a heritage property where recreation, relaxation, and family tradition come together. For buyers seeking an extraordinary Texas Hill Country estate of timeless quality, Smith Ranch offers an unparalleled opportunity to own one of Texas’s most remarkable destinations.

All boundaries and acreages are approximate; information provided is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyer’s representative must be identified at first contact and must accompany buyer on all showings for full participation. Fee participation is at the sole discretion of TX Real Estate, Broker.