Y Not Ranch
Location
Located just one mile outside Bellevue and within the city limits, Y Not Ranch offers the perfect blend of peaceful countryside living and in-town convenience. The property sits only one mile from US-287 in Clay County, providing easy access to major routes while maintaining a quiet rural setting. It is approximately 37 miles from Wichita Falls, 39 miles from Decatur, and 79 miles from Fort Wort, making it ideal for both weekend retreats and full-time living.
The Homestead
Built in 1881 and completely renovated in 2018, this historic Victorian farmhouse has stood through generations of Texas history. Once a boarding house during the Great Depression and home to both the president of the Paint Horse Association and one of the largest harness makers of WWI, it even survived the 1906 tornado that left much of the town in ruins.
Today, the residence seamlessly blends timeless character ...
Today, the residence seamlessly blends timeless character with modern comfort, offering approximately 2,900 square feet with 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 living areas, and a bonus room. The home features new windows and flooring (2024), a tankless water heater, spray-foam insulation, and two septic systems. Expansive wrap-around porches with a classic porch swing invite you to relax and take in the wide-open hilltop views. Every detail honors the property’s heritage while ensuring efficiency and comfort for modern living.
Property Improvements
The ranch is completely turnkey, offered with furniture, equipment, and even a chicken coop complete with chickens. Designed for versatility, the property includes extensive equestrian and ranching infrastructurean arena with roping boxes and a bucking chute, plus a barn with 8 stalls, wash rack, a tack room, working chute, pens, and a round pen.
Two RV hookups provide convenient guest accommodations, one 30-amp connection in the garage, and a 50-amp in the hay barn. A 5060 RV cover with a storage container sits nearby, and water and electricity run to all buildings except the RV cover. The ranch is equipped with five frost-free faucets; some fitted with automatic floats for livestock watering.
The land includes 14 acres of productive hay fields, perfect for income or feed, and is fully fenced and cross-fenced. Currently home to horses and mules famous for pulling wagons (not included); the property is well-set-up for equine operations. With both city and well water, an agricultural exemption, and low property taxes of approximately $1,200 per year, Y Not Ranch combines efficiency, income potential, and authentic Texas charm.
Water Sources
The property benefits from a dual water supply: a private well feeding a reliable tank, and city water service. The tank has proven dependable for livestock, maintaining water even through Texas summers.
Land / Habitat / Terrain
Rolling terrain with approximately 30 feet of elevation change offers sweeping hilltop views as well as open pasture with approximately 14 acres of hay production.
Minerals
Surface-only sale. No minerals owned.
Highlights
Y Not Ranch is a turnkey, income-producing property offering exceptional versatility, whether operated as a horse hotel, boutique bed-and-breakfast, hay production ranch, or self-sustaining homestead. Its combination of historic charm, equestrian infrastructure,and prime location just off US-287 makes it a rare North Texas gem ready for its next chapter.
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