Steve Ruffner, DVM
Capitol Ranch Real Estate, LLC
Welcome to The Cricket Ranch, a rare 198-acre West Texas sanctuary near the Double Mountain Fork of the Brazos River, where exceptional hunting, income-producing land, and comfortable country living come together. Fully fenced and move-in ready, this premier ranch offers rural water, cooperative electricity, a 30,000-gallon rainwater catchment system with filtration, a 500-gallon propane tank, and two water wells, including one solar-powered well.
Built in 2016, the three-bedroom, two-bathroom barnhouse was designed for full-time living, retirement, or the ultimate hunting retreat. The handicap-accessible home features stained concrete and LVP flooring, custom cabinetry, a spacious master ensuite, spray foam insulation, upgraded windows, and an expansive front porch perfect for enjoying breathtaking West Texas sunsets.
Behind the home sits a large earthen tank stocked with fish and accented by a dock. The ranch offers an ideal mix of mature cover and cultivation, providing excellent wildlife habitat and agricultural income potential. Wildlife includes whitetail deer, hogs, turkey, quail, dove, predators, and seasonal migratory birds, making The Cricket Ranch a true sportsman's paradise.
A newly constructed insulated metal barn with concrete flooring and electricity provides ample storage for equipment, ATVs, and hunting gear. With outstanding water resources, modern improvements, and exceptional hunting, The Cricket Ranch is a one-of-a-kind offering. Some practically new farming equipment may be available with an acceptable offer.
Directions: From Rule, take Highway 6 south for 5.5 miles. Turn right (west) on FM 1661. After 2.8 miles, turn right (north) on CR 457, then after 2 miles, turn left (west) on CR 457. At the T, turn right, and the driveway to the property will be on your left. A sign will be present.
Steve Ruffner, DVM
Capitol Ranch Real Estate, LLC
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