1543 County Road 215 - River Cliff Ranch

The River Cliff Ranch, aptly named for the limestone cliffs cut by the San Gabriel River which flows through the property for nearly a mile and a half. The river and limestone cliffs combine to offer an amazing water feature which is rare to find. The tree lined river bottom provides a lush habitat for wildlife and songbirds alike. Towering pecan trees and verdant pastures along with permanent water make up the mosaic of this most spectacular ranch. Located just minutes off of highway 183, fifty-five miles North of Austin, River Cliff Ranch offers beauty and privacy less than one hour from the city. The convenient location, extensive improvements and biodiversity of this property offer endless possibilities. It can be the ultimate family recreation ranch, a corporate retreat, an equestrian property, game ranch, or the ultimate vision of the new owner. For the fishing enthusiast, the San Gabriel River is ideal for fly casting and light tackle fishing. Additionally, there is a stocked 12-acre lake which offers incredible fishing for Black Bass, Catfish, Crappie and Perch. For the hunter, the area is teeming with game such as Whitetail Deer, Axis Deer, Wild Turkey and Feral hogs. The lake offers dove, duck, and goose hunting in the season, with migrating birds such as sandhill cranes, passing through regularly. The River Cliff Ranch is home to a first class set of registered Black Angus cattle. The balance of native and improved pastureland provides ample forage for the livestock. With approximately 125 acres in improved grass that has irrigation capability along with extensive areas for cultivation, this is one of the most productive ranches in the area. A well-built set of pipe cattle pens make the job of working the herd a real pleasure. Water is the real asset of the River Cliff Ranch. Obviously the San Gabriel River being paramount, the twelve acre lake, two creeks, a 2 acre pond, and ten water wells set this property apart from many others. Sitting atop the Trinity Aquifer, the water wells range from 25 to 60 gallons per minute. The Main house consists of 5 bedrooms and 4 baths nestled in between a massive grove of Live Oak trees. The covered front porch offers and expansive view of the San Gabriel River bottom, lake and pastures. A traditional, single story ranch design with a large living area, vaulted ceiling and inviting fireplace. Spacious enough for entertaining, the two-car garage is climate controlled and can be utilized as a game room for larger parties. A two-car covered carport offers more parking at the Main house. Just outside the Main House is a cozy firepit near the beautiful custom swimming pool and hot tub. Imagine yourself soaking in the hot tub while surveying the stunning scenery that is your River Cliff Ranch. In addition to the main house, there are two other houses close by. The Guest House has 4 bedrooms and 2 baths with a nice living area and a two-car covered carport. The third house, which could be used as an additional Guest House or Foreman’s House, has 3 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths with a two-car covered carport. All of the improvements are in excellent, well-maintained condition and ready to occupy. The primary barn measures 125 ft. x 100 ft. barn with one side of the barn utilized for equipment storage and maintenance and the other side is a climate controlled workshop. There is an efficiency apartment in the barn, a separate space used as an office, and covered storage along each side of the barn. The horse barn has 5 stalls all with separate turnouts and a tack room. There is a large 7000 square foot hay barn located near the hay pasture. The perimeter of the ranch is low fenced and cross fenced into several pastures for rotating and working cattle. There is an improved Pecan Orchard near the river. Remarks: A rare opportunity to own an outstanding, incredibly well watered ranch with scenic vistas so very close to Austin. With a mile and a half of the San Gabriel River along with the 12-acre lake, verdant pastures and stunning Pecan bottoms coupled with the quality improvements, you will be hard pressed to find a better ranch. $9,900,000.00 – The owner will consider short term financing, please contact broker for details.