5279 Fm1117 Nixon, TX 78140

Tucked in the southwest corner of Gonzales County's rolling hills, at the junction the Post Oak Savannah and South Texas Plains ecoregions. The Live Branch Ranch offers a beautiful stretch of gently rolling terrain with extensive frontage on quiet county roads. Scattered oak trees dot the landscape, while its northeast corner features a blend of hardwoods and creek beds that attract diverse wildlife. At the heart of the ranch, beneath a canopy of expansive live oaks, is a German heritage-style farmhouse designed by Michael Imber. Located just an hour from downtown San Antonio, the Ranch serves as a peaceful weekend getaway and an investment near one of Texas's fastest-growing cities.

LOCATION
The property is located in an ideal Central Texas position, in a short hour drive from the property you can be strolling the riverwalk in San Antonio, floating down the Guadalupe River, listening to a live concert at Gruene Hall, among many other quintessential central Texas experiences.

Distances to Texass metroplexes from the front gate listed below:
San Antonio: 53 miles, 1 hour
Austin: 86 miles, 1 hour 20 minutes
Houston: 160 miles, 2 hours and 30 minutes
Dallas: 270 miles, 4 hours

The property is also conveniently located 10 minutes from Nixon Texas, a small town that will provide the necessities to a buyer including groceries, gas, and ranch equipment. Within a 25 minute drive of the ranch is Seguin Texas, where many amenities including an HEB are located.

TOPOGRAPHY, RANGELAND & HABITAT
The ranch features gently rolling terrain with long views to the north. In the northeast corner, several natural draws cut through the land--great for hiking and well-traveled by wildlife. Across the pastures, post oaks are scattered like polka dots, adding character to the open landscape. Along the eastern boundary, a fenced 62-acre pasture has long served as a productive hay field for the ranch. The property is cross-fenced into two main grazing pastures, a dedicated hay field, and a wooded section--set up for efficient rotational grazing. Over the years, the ranch has consistently supported 60 cow-calf pairs.

WILDLIFE
The Live Branch Ranch offers an array of hunting opportunities, with a variety of game including white-tailed deer, turkey, hogs and plenty of dove. The northeastern draw holds potential for further wildlife development, creating even more prime hunting areas.

IMPROVEMENTS
The centerpiece of the ranch is a German-style farmhouse designed by renowned San Antonio architect Michael Imber, known for his timeless, classical approach to Texas vernacular architecture. The 1,500-square-foot home features two bedrooms and an open-concept living room, kitchen, and dining area. Just off the back door is a spacious screened-in porch, perfect for relaxing and taking in the quiet surroundings.

Nearby sits a 500-square-foot single-room cabin, originally brought in from the hills of Tennessee, complete with a full kitchen and bathroom. North of the home, you'll find an equipment barn, a manager's office, and an equipment shed. Just beyond that are the working pens, tucked neatly behind the buildings.

The property's exterior and interior fencing is also in great condition allowing for turn key use of the properties grazing potential.

WATER
The ranch is home to several wells, the most notable being a 615-foot well in the Carrizo-Wilcox aquifer, capable of producing up to 300 gallons per minute. While it was previously used for irrigation, it hasn't been operated in years and likely needs a new submersible pump.
In addition, five stock tanks are strategically placed across the ranch, providing reliable water sources for both livestock and wildlife in each pasture.

ELECTRICITY
GVEC Electric Cooperative provides service to the property. Power is present at the headquarters.

MINERALS
Surface estate only.

AREA HISTORY
Gonzales County is steeped in Texas history, best known as the site of the first shots of the Texas Revolution during the 1835 Battle of Gonzales--where the famous "Come and Take It" flag was born. Established in 1836, the area grew through ranching, cotton, and trade along early rail lines. The historic town of Gonzales features well-preserved 19th-century architecture and a proud legacy of independence. Today, the county blends its agricultural roots with modern energy production from the Eagle Ford Shale, making it a unique mix of heritage, productivity, and Texas charm.

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