Property Description
WALNUT KNOLL RANCH
This remarkable +/-166 acre property is situated only 25 miles from Texas A&M just outside of Caldwell. The owner has meticulously maintained the land for wildlife and ease of access, creating a true sanctuary. The lands fauna and flora have been carefully cataloged and maintained by a wildlife biologist. A multitude of trails traverse the land, making it easily accessible while still keeping it heavily wooded. Located on the land is a custom-built 3,685 sf. 3 bed 2.5 bath home with office and game room. The energy efficient home features granite counter tops, engineered wood floors, swimming pool, new Anderson windows throughout, sprinkler system, and many other features too numerous to list. The land includes a 50 ft. X 30 ft. barn, 3 stock tanks with the largest being an acre in size with its own solar-powered water well, and a wet weather creek traversing the NW side of the property where the owner has installed observation decks. The gently rolling topography and maintained trails create a secluded experience when traveling through the land. The trails are lined with beautiful Dogwood trees along with numerous other species including Pine, Walnut, Hickory, Blackjack, Water, and Post Oak. Wildlife includes White-tail deer, bobcats, Waterfowl, and many other non-game species. The tract has a wildlife exemption in place, over 2300 ft. of paved road frontage, and has no floodplain. All work done on the land, including select clearing and trail maintenance, was done with the supervision of a wildlife biologist. This property is a nature enthusiasts dream, completely turn-key and ready for a new owner to make it their own.
LOCATION:
Situated in Northeast Burleson County, 4 miles off of Hwy 21, approximately 13 miles from the Brazos County line, and only 6 miles from Caldwell. The property has over 2300 ft. of paved FM 2000 road frontage.
IMPROVEMENTS:
Custom 3,685 sf. home built in 2002, 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, office, game room, laundry room, and dining room. Extremely energy efficient with 6 in. insulated walls, new Anderson windows, new roof in 2023, 36 panel solar field, water well, septic system recently pumped in 2022, swimming pool was remodeled in 2019, Bullfrog luxury hot tub, and storm cellar. The average utility bills are $200 or less. 50 ft. X 30 ft. barn with gravel floor and separate storage shed.
LAND, TERRAIN & TOPOGRAPHY:
The property is approximately 85% wooded with small areas of clearings and underbrush management. Miles of trails are cut through the land leading to stock tanks, wetlands area, and creek. The front of the property is lined with towering pine trees and other species scattered through the land are Post Oak, Water Oak, Blackjack Oak, Walnut, Black Gum, Dogwood, and many others. The land also features Sandy Loam soil, perimeter fencing, and gently rolling topography. Land is currently under a wildlife exemption.
SURFACE WATER:
3 stock tanks and a wet weather creek running along the NW side of the property. The largest stock tank is approximately 1 acre and water levels are maintained by runoff and a solar-powered water well. With the topography and water well, this pond could be made much larger.
RECREATION AND HUNTING:
A full list of animal species is available and includes, White-tail deer, Waterfowl, Bobcat, Mountain lion, Fox, and Feral Hog. There are several areas across the ranch that are set up well for further development of food plots, stand locations and hunting areas. There are plenty of signs & evidence of game trails and game-tracks throughout the ranch. The property offers a wide variety of underbrush & cover, providing adequate resources for wildlife & game. Multiple water sources including stock tanks and creeks complete the perfect wildlife habitat on this land.
*See attachment for a full list of home details. Fauna and flora list is available upon request.
