River Oak Ranch is a spectacular turn-key live water ranch in NE Blanco County just 40 miles to Downtown Austin. The highlight of the ranch is the jaw-dropping Pedernales River frontage which offers year-round recreation. The newly constructed main house is situated on a hill-top in the center of the ranch offering long-distance unobstructed views of the surrounding countryside. Simply put, this is one of the finest large live-water ranches we have ever had the privilege to bring to market!
The custom Hill Country modern home is 5,020 square feet with a primary bedroom and bathroom, four additional casita-style guest rooms with ensuite bathrooms, and a half bath. The home is meticulously finished with herringbone hardwood floors, limestone masonry, exposed trusses and hardwood center match ceilings, and a fresh, neutral palette. The open-concept kitchen features a marble waterfall countertop island, luxury appliances, custom cabinetry, and a large iron picture window. The primary living area brings in the gorgeous views through a two-story gabled window, which is anchored to the expansive wet bar and entertaining areas inside. Additional structures include a stand-alone workout barn, river cabana with full bar, and a large fully enclosed wood barn with game cleaning station and additional lofted living space complete with a full bath and kitchen. The ranch has almost 4 miles of newly paved roads, providing comfortable access to all of the improvements. The perimeter of the ranch is high-fenced.
The 1.3 miles of Pedernales River frontage forms the southern boundary of the property. This particular section of the river is very unique in that it features a 20 acre natural lake, known as Lake Lester, with cascading rapids on each end of the lake. The ranch has good groundwater with 5 water wells which service the improvements and multiple tanks and water troughs scattered across the property.
The gently rolling “usable” terrain has elevations ranging from 1,160 - 900FT above sea level. The land has been meticulously cleared of cedar, allowing for native grasses to flourish, and is dominated by gorgeous Live Oaks and other hardwoods. The views from almost every corner of the ranch are nothing short of spectacular, with no neighboring roof-tops in sight.
The owner has brought in superior South Texas whitetail genetics to establish the trophy deer herd which has been expertly managed for several years. There is also a healthy population of turkey and other native wildlife.
This ranch has a Conservation Easement on it to protect the property in its natural state, and is also surrounded by large ranches with conservation easements on them, ensuring that this expansive area will be kept wild and protected from encroaching development for generations to come! Being a negotiated easement, it is landowner friendly, while protecting the conservation values of the property and includes some notable aspects summarized below: The ranch may be split in up to seven separate ranches. Each ranch may develop their own building envelope. This could also be created to have six ranches with a common area river frontage enjoyed by the up to six ranches. Cattle may be grazed with a qualified grazing plan, and horses are allowed as well. Current roads may all be maintained and new roads maybe built to access any new building envelopes. No restrictions on hunting and fishing, blind placement, etc. and food plots are allowed. A copy of the easement document is available on request.
Negotiable
Exemption in place
The property is located near Cypress Mill, Texas. 40+ miles to Fredericksburg, 40+ miles to Austin and 65+ miles to San Antonio.
The Texas Hill Country is the crown jewel of ranch country — rolling limestone hills draped in century-old live oaks, spring-fed rivers, and panoramic views that stretch for miles. From Kerrville to Hunt and Bandera to Blanco, these ranches offer exceptional whitetail deer and turkey hunting, Guadalupe River frontage, and proximity to San Antonio. Whether you’re seeking a legacy estate, a recreational retreat, or a working cattle operation, Central-Hill Country delivers unmatched beauty and investment potential. Explore exclusive listings with Dullnig Ranches — contact us today to find your perfect Hill Country ranch.
