DESCRIPTION: 

The Trophy Ridge Ranch is 662 +/- Acres located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country in Mountain Home, Kerr County, Texas. This exceptional property offers a combination of scenic landscapes, abundant recreational opportunities, and extensive improvements, making it an ideal destination for a private family retreat, hunting ranch, or weekend getaway.

The ranch features a nice and maintained gated entrance, mature oak trees, native vegetation, rolling hills, stocked ponds, and beautiful Hill Country scenery. Multiple residential accommodations provide ample space for family and guests, while expansive covered porches and outdoor entertaining areas offer the perfect setting to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

With its established infrastructure, history of exotic game hunting, and convenient location off Highway 41 near the historic Y.O. Ranch, the Trophy Ridge Ranch presents a unique opportunity to own a remarkable recreational property in one of Texas's most recognized ranching and hunting regions.

LOCATION:

The Trophy Ridge Ranch is located off Highway 41 in Mountain Home, Texas, in the renowned ranching and hunting country of western Kerr County. Situated near the historic Y.O. Ranch,  this area is steeped in Texas ranching heritage and widely recognized for its exceptional hunting opportunities, expansive ranches, and abundant native and exotic wildlife. The surrounding countryside is characterized by rugged Hill Country landscapes, large ranch holdings, and a longstanding tradition of wildlife management and land stewardship.

Despite its peaceful and secluded setting, The Trophy Ranch is conveniently accessible from both San Antonio and Austin, making it an excellent destination for weekend getaways, family retreats, and recreational hunting. Its location offers the best of both worlds. Trophy Ranch has the privacy and natural beauty of the Texas Hill Country with convenient access to two of Central Texas's major metropolitan areas.

TERRAIN:

The Trophy Ridge Ranch features diverse Hill Country terrain with rolling hills, elevated ridgelines, and scenic valleys. Significant elevation changes throughout the property create expansive views of the surrounding countryside, while natural draws and drainage areas wind through the landscape. The ranch is covered in a mixture of mature oak trees, native brush, and open grasslands, providing an attractive combination of wooded areas and open spaces. The varied topography and natural vegetation offer excellent habitat for native and exotic wildlife, along with opportunities for hunting and outdoor recreation.

IMPROVEMENTS:

The Trophy Ridge Ranch offers an impressive collection of residential, recreational, and ranching improvements designed for comfort, functionality, and entertaining. The main residence features four bedrooms and two bathrooms and was originally constructed as a modular home before being expanded and extensively improved by the current owner. Interior features include spacious closets, updated flooring, insulated ceilings, custom finishes, and multiple wood-burning fireplaces, including one located in a bedroom. An additional room provides expanded living space, while a reinforced concrete-block vault with a heavy rolling door offers secure storage.

Additional accommodations include a charming, owner-built guest cabin featuring rustic finishes, cedar flooring, custom woodwork, and a loft with additional sleeping space. Covered porches provide inviting areas to relax and enjoy the surrounding Hill Country scenery.

The ranch headquarters also features a heated swimming and exercise pool, outdoor barbecue and cooking areas, a children's playground, and established landscaping. Irrigated lawns and garden areas, along with mature fruit trees, including pear trees, contribute to the property's inviting atmosphere.

Supporting the ranch's day-to-day operations are numerous functional improvements, including a covered RV barn accommodating two recreational vehicles, a barn and storage complex incorporating three shipping containers, and additional garage, workshop, and equipment storage facilities. Improved gravel surfaces provide convenient access and usable areas for parking and equipment. Cross-fencing, multiple pasture areas, wildlife feeders, and an established network of ranch roads further support livestock management, wildlife operations, and recreational activities. A dedicated generator platform and utility connections are also in place; the existing generator is expected to be removed by the seller.

WATER:

Water resources at The Trophy Ridge Ranch include a water well reportedly drilled to approximately 360 feet, with water encountered around 280 feet. The property features four water storage tanks, including three 5,000-gallon tanks providing a combined 15,000 gallons of storage capacity, plus an additional tank located at the main residence. An irrigation system serves the landscaped grounds and garden areas surrounding the headquarters. Scenic ponds add to the ranch's recreational appeal, with bass and catfish reportedly present, offering opportunities for fishing and outdoor enjoyment.

WILDLIFE: 

The Trophy Ridge Ranch offers exceptional recreational and hunting opportunities with a diverse population of native and exotic wildlife. Species reported on the property include water buffalo, wildebeest, nilgai, eland, and approximately 80–90 red deer, along with native whitetail deer. The ranch has a history of wildlife management and trophy whitetail hunting, including the development of quality breeding stock and trophy-class bucks. Approximately two to three whitetail bucks have reportedly been harvested annually.

The ranch has also been utilized for quail stocking and release, further reflecting its history of wildlife management and recreational hunting. The combination of rolling terrain, mature oak trees, native vegetation, and open grasslands provides diverse habitat for the ranch's wildlife populations.

The exotic wildlife currently on the ranch is negotiable and may convey depending on the offer and terms of the sale.

MINERALS:

Seller to retain all owned minerals; surface sale only.