Property Description

DESCRIPTION: The Serrano Ranch is 384 +/- Acres of unrestricted ranch land that offers a nice blend of brush and pasture. Located in the heart of Frio County and minutes from Dilley, Texas city limits, this large acre ranch property offers an abundance of opportunity and amenities for prospective buyers. The ranch has approximately 3750 sf of road frontage off CR 4850, with easy access from Highway 85. The property features a 1530 sf ranch house and storage barn, one domestic well and one irrigation water well and abundant grass for grazing. Dry Cibolo creek is a wet weather creek that traverses the center of the property. The property is currently under an Ag exemption. With a great location about an hour from San Antonio, the Serrano Ranch would make a great working ranch, an ideal weekend recreational retreat or full-time residence. LOCATION: Frio County is an area of Texas known for its rich agricultural history. Dilley, Texas is located off Interstate 35, south of the county seat in Pearsall and is known for its convenient location to San Antonio, providing access to big city amenities with only a 72 mile drive. Highway 85 runs through the center of town, providing access to Pleasanton, approximately 45 miles away, and Carrizo Springs which is approximately 58 miles West. TERRAIN: The Serrano Ranch is gently rolling, with elevations ranging from 570-600 feet. In addition to the rolling terrain, there are pockets of brush and open pastureland, which makes for a perfect mix for both farming and ranching endeavors. The soil consists mostly of fine sandy loam, suitable for wildlife, grazing and farming. The brush diversity of this region attracts hunters and is known for its impressive deer population. IMPROVEMENTS: Serrano Ranch features a modest 1530 sf ranch house that would make a great weekend home or ranch foreman's house. It features a nice, large porch perfect for entertaining. There is one barn located near the ranch house that provides nice storage for equipment, feed and livestock. The entire perimeter of the ranch is low fenced, and with a little care the fences can be restored to optimal conditions. Equipment that will convey with the ranch includes hunting blinds, irrigation equipment, submersible pumps and pressure tanks, as well as several corrals. WATER: There are two wells located on the ranch. The domestic well provides water to the ranch house and the Carrizo well for irrigation purposes. Once an irrigated farm, this property holds promise for those seeking to revive its agricultural productivity. In addition to the wells, Dry Cibolo creek is a wet weather creek that runs through the center of the ranch. During rainfall, this creek provides a great water source for cattle or wildlife. WILDLIFE: South Texas native brush covers the gently rolling terrain, providing nice habitat for the wildlife on the ranch. Wildlife that frequents the property include Whitetail deer, turkey, dove, quail and other native species. MINERALS: All minerals will convey with the sale of the property.