DESCRIPTION
Within the esteemed Boerne Independent School District, Black Creek Ranch provides a country escape only minutes from Bergheim and Boerne. This strategic location offers a perfect balance, allowing residents to enjoy the tranquility of the countryside while remaining close to essential amenities. The ranch includes a newer 12-gauge metal building, providing about 900+/- sf for equipment storage. Black Creek, a seasonal creek that meanders through the property, not only adds to its natural beauty but also offers potential water retention opportunities. Currently, under a Wildlife Exemption evaluation, the property enjoys a lower taxation. This ranch is co-listed with Steve Bennett 210-287-3776.
LOCATION
Black Creek Ranch is about 4+/- miles from Bergheim, 9+/- miles from Boerne, 11+/- miles from Fair Oaks Ranch, 20+/- miles from the Rim at La Cantera San Antonio, 34+/- miles from New Braunfels, and 79+/- miles from Austin.
LAND
The land is well-suited for a permanent residence or a weekend retreat with good soils, diverse grasses, plentiful hardwoods, and remarkable elevations ranging from 1,420+/- asl to 1,380+/- asl that provide stunning views. Numerous building site envelopes offer the chance to design a home with panoramic views of the ranch and Hill Country. Hardwoods on the property include Mexican plum, Mexican white oak, Mexican mountain maple, American elm, Chinkapins, Spanish oak, cedar elm, native pecan, black walnut, live oak, juniper, red mulberry, and southern sugar maple.In addition to its natural beauty and potential uses, the property is platted into three tracts, which opens exciting development opportunities, allowing the new owner to retain a portion and sell the remainder easily.
IMPROVEMENTS
The metal building that is 41'x22'+/-, which is about 900+/- sf, adds practical value to the property, serving as functional space for equipment storage or potential conversion based on the new owner's vision. Electricity runs through the property.
WILDLIFE
The diverse flora and fauna on the ranch, combined with ongoing efforts for a Wildlife Exemption, make it a haven for wildlife. This commitment enhances the property's appeal for those who appreciate and value the natural surroundings. Frequent sightings on that ranch include whitetail deer, axis deer, turkey, dove, and other animals native to the area.
WATER
Black Creek, a named seasonal creek, running through the property, not only enhances the aesthetic appeal but also presents opportunities for water retention. This feature adds to the natural resources available for livestock and wildlife, contributing to the overall allure of the ranch. The property does not have a water well, surrounding property owners have good water wells.