Property Description
NOTE: Will Divide as Follows TRACT#1-351 AC Barndominium ID# 16834826. TRACT#2-402+/-AC. ID# 16834988. TRACT#3-198.11+/-AC ranch house. ID# 16834838.
SUMMARY
A rare opportunity to own a secluded ranch of this size with optimal proximity to both College Station and Houston. The Cook North Ranch is a beautifully unique gem tucked-away just 30 miles east of Bryan/College Station and Texas A&M University. The Ranch is centrally located between Houston and Dallas & approximately 30 miles west of I-45 Huntsville. The Ranch is composed of +/-951 acres of prime whitetail deer habitat, +/-900 acres is entirely high fenced and has been managed for years with a primary vision & goal of creating a sportsman's paradise with prime hunting & recreational opportunities. The Grimes County Ranch is truly one-of-kind property encompassing incredible improvements, awesome views, diverse terrain and ample surface-water throughout. The property boasts a beautiful 4/2 brick ranch-house which overlooks multiple ponds, plush pastures and offers some incredible views of the rolling topography. In addition, The property includes a turnkey ready 4/4 barndominium making for the perfect deer camp or family retreat. Whether you're looking for excellent hunting/recreational tract, a corporate retreat, or a future home site, this property will not disappoint!
LOCATION
The Cook North Ranch is located between College Station & Huntsville and is approximately 5 miles north of HWY-30 Roans Prairie and 2 miles east of HWY-90. College Station can be reached in 30 minutes and Houston can be reached in a little over an hour. The property is easily accessible and fronts County RD 152 and has 2 separate access gates.
TERRAIN & TOPOGRAPHY
The land showcases an incredible amount of diversity including numerous creeks, plush pastures, beautiful elevation change, dense hardwoods and plentiful resources for wildlife & game. The terrain offers over 130 feet of elevation change with the highest point being ~460 feet above sea level and a low of ~320 feet above sea level.
SURFACE WATER
Cooks North Ranch offers ample surface water throughout with 6 stock tanks and one large 4+/-acre spring fed lake. Stocked with bass and bluegill, this serves the owners and guests with year-round recreation and provides some incredible views from the main ranch house. In addition, Over half a mile of Mooring Creeks traverses through the eastern portion of the ranch along with multiple wet-weather creeks, springs and tributaries throughout.
RECREATION/HUNTING
Cook North Ranch is situated in a scenic, quiet part of Grimes County where wildlife abounds. The high fenced ranch offers a tremendous amount of wildlife habitat/resources and is home to numerous species including Whitetail Deer, Feral-Hogs, Dove, Turkey and other non-game species. The thick wooded corridors throughout the property provide plenty of cover and sanctuary areas for wildlife to thrive. In addition, there is phenomenal opportunities for waterfowl hunting within the larger lake and in the seasoned flooded timber areas. There are several areas across the ranch that would lend itself for further development of food plots and hunting areas. There are multiple hunting blinds, stands and feeders in place and ready for use!There are also multiple pond/lake sites located within the watersheds on the ranch. The property has been managed with Quality Deer Management principles and is turn-key for the new owners to enjoy this coming fall.
UTILITIES
-Power is located at multiple locations on the land including the main house, barndominium and metal building.
-2 Water wells that feed the house and barndominium. Well installed in 2008 with a pump set at 200 ft.
-There are no known pipeline easements on the property.
MAIN HOUSE
The Cook North Ranch is a quality combination ranch offering a private getaway and an excellent ranch to hunt, farm and spend time with family and friends. The main ranch house is a 4-bedroom, 2 bathroom ranch-style home that sits on the edge of your very own hardwood forest on the highest point of the property overlooking rolling pastures and two stock tanks. Walk into a recently remodeled 2,534 sqft home with extensive natural lighting and wood look tile floors throughout. The main living room has three large picture windows overlooking your gorgeous property and flows nicely into your dining area and large galley kitchen. Granite counters, stainless steel appliances, ample storage, floating shelves, and a serving counter by the dining area keeps the space open and airy. Just past the kitchen you'll find a cozy family room with a stately, curved, wood burning fireplace and another large picture window with incredible views. Continue on through the house and you'll find a master suite, complete with an en-suite bathroom, closet, built-in storage, and a massive walk-in shower. The additional 3 bedrooms have ample closet space, large windows, and share a spacious bathroom with a tub-shower. The space inside for entertaining is endless and continues outside to a covered patio and a custom deck with seating, built around a massive hardwood. Continuing around the side of the house you'll find an enormous barn and adjoining stable for livestock and/or storage.
BARNDOMINIUM
The Cook North Ranch has some spectacular improvements with ample space for both family and friends. Beautiful 2,400 sqft barndominium with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Walk inside to a fully tiled great room, dining, and kitchen, ideal for easy cleanup after a long weekend spent wandering your tract. The kitchen comes complete with a large L-shaped breakfast bar outfitted with multiple built-in outlets, black appliances, plenty of storage and easy access to the laundry/utility room. The tile continues throughout the remainder of the house. With 4 bedrooms and 4 baths, there is plenty of room for you, your family, and friends to spread out. Each bathroom is outfitted with built-in storage and a standing shower. There is even a bonus half-bath for additional space to get ready. Stay cool during the hot Texas summers with central air and ceiling fans throughout or enjoy a summer breeze from your large covered porch. The furnishings are beautiful and ready for immediate use! Just steps from your front door sits the 20X30 enclosed metal building featuring an additional 20X30 of overhang space on a concrete slab.
