An authentic Texas ranch is on the market, only an hour away: Called Long Creek Ranch, it’s a sprawling 357-acre property offering a balance between nature and luxury, complete with architectural main home, guest house, cabin, ponds, pool, trails, two lakes, two gun ranges, and views for miles.
It’s located at at 4658 County Road 163 in Erath County, 20 miles north of Stephenville, and about an hour southwest of Fort Worth. It was built in 2013 with 9,591 square feet, 9 bedrooms, and 14 bathrooms.
According to the listing, the ranch is perfect for hunting, livestock, entertaining large groups, or enjoying weekends with family and friends, thanks to a variety of improvements that make hosting effortless.
The landscape features rolling hills, high vistas, native vegetation, lush creek bottoms, open meadows, and dense cover.
Germany Creek flows through the heart of the property and serves as a signature water feature of the ranch. With 1.2 miles of frontage on both sides, the creek offers deep pools, scenic canopy cover, and a reliable year-round water source for livestock and wildlife.
The ranch also offers stock ponds and two lakes, some with bass, bluegill, and perch. A network of off-road and ATV trails winds throughout, providing access to all areas and countless vantage points with panoramic views.
The residence
There are multiple residences, beginning with the main residence — a blend of modern design and woodsy craftsmanship, with expansive living areas, cozy nooks, fireplaces, and large windows.
The home features a geothermal HVAC system, a 48-kilowatt backup generator; and seven private water wells — set up to function totally off grid if necessary, allowing luxury living with self-sufficiency.
Adjacent to the main residence, there’s a pool house with one bedroom, one bath, and a living area for guests.
On the south end of the ranch, there’s a three-bedroom guest house and a one-bedroom cabin, either for guests seeking a rustic experience or for employee housing. A second swimming pool and outdoor kitchen create another wonderful gathering place.
The ranch headquarters includes a shop with two apartments and a boardroom for meetings. A pavilion features an outdoor kitchen and firepit overlooking the lakes and ATV track. Adjacent to this building is a fuel storage area for vehicles and equipment. The perimeter is fully fenced, with several interior cross-fenced pastures for livestock management.
Nearby are three RV/trailer hookups with full water, electric, and septic connections.
The home is being offered by the Burgher-Ray Ranch Group, the ranch team at Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty and led by ranch experts David Burgher and Harlan Ray, and is being offered for $9,675,000.
4658 County Road 163 in Stephenville has animals you can hunt.Courtesy