FM1361, Somerville, TX 77879 - Burleson County

This incredible high-fenced ranch, located just outside Somerville, Texas and only 30 minutes from College Station, encompasses over 10 surface water ponds and offers a blend of woods and meticulously maintained pastureland. The property includes a 2,520 sq. ft., 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home sitting aside a beautiful 2-acre stocked pond. Featuring cross fencing throughout, the ranch is divided into eight pastures, and a set of functional cattle pens, offering a turnkey opportunity for any cattle operation. Formerly used as a high-fenced hunting ranch, it remains home to multiple exotic species, including Blackbuck and Red Stag. With 3,100 feet of frontage along FM 1361 and 4,300 feet along County Road 423, the property is ideally situated for development, free of any floodplain concerns.

Improvements:

The ranch boasts a charming 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home with back porch views of a meticulously maintained 2-acre stocked pond. Both the house and pond are serviced by a dedicated water well, as is the 2,000 sq. ft. barn located behind the home. Additionally, the property features two other water wells and a fully functional set of cattle pens. The high fencing and cross-fencing throughout the property are all in excellent condition, ensuring the ranch is well-equipped for a variety of uses.

Water:

The ranch is equipped with 10 surface water ponds, along with several wet-weather creeks that frequently hold water. Some of these ponds are supplemented by three water wells strategically located across the property, enhancing its water retention capabilities. Remarkably, the ranch is able to capture and maintain water very efficiently, all while remaining free of any floodplain.

Vegetation:

The ranch offers a diverse landscape, featuring a mix of heavily wooded areas and open pasture. While the aerial view may suggest the property is primarily open pasture, at ground level, you'll find that roughly one-third of the ranch is densely wooded, with the remaining two-thirds consisting of open pastures. The entire property is rich with native grasses and beautiful hardwoods.

Location & Road Frontage:

The ranch is situated just 1 mile from the town of Somerville and 3 miles from one of the 11 public boat ramps on Lake Somerville, offering easy access to water activities and waterfowl hunting. It is also conveniently located a 30-minute drive from College Station and Kyle Field, making it a perfect gameday retreat. Centrally positioned between Austin and Houston, the property is only 90 minutes from both major cities and just 35 minutes from the renowned town of Round Top. With nearly 7,500 feet of paved road frontage, the ranch boasts both County Road 423 access along the north side and Farm to Market 1361 frontage along the south side.

Wildlife:

The ranch was previously operated as a high-fenced game ranch and still hosts a small population of Blackbuck and Red Stag. The perimeter fencing remains in excellent condition, offering the potential for restocking with a variety of exotic species and Whitetail. With abundant surface water on the property, dove and waterfowl hunting are exceptional during the season. Additionally, the ranchs close proximity to Lake Somerville State Park provides easy access to over 1,100 acres of public land for hunting Texas native game, waterfowl, fishing, hiking, camping, and more outdoor activities.

This property is Ag Exempt.