706 Paleface Ranch Rd S
About this property
The Ramsey Ranch in Spicewood, Texas--History, Tradition, Adventure. This Iconic working ranch nestled in the heart of the Texas Hill Country has been in the family for 5 generations. Although you will find arrowheads on this land, the name Paleface actually was named for white faced cattle that later bred with brahmin to become the home of where the Red Brangus cattle was developed! This highly sought after 197.57 ac. Tract is an incredible site with breathtaking 20-mile views in all directions from one of the highest points in Travis County. It is an ideal setting for a PREMIER DEVELOPMENT in one of the most coveted regions in the country. Located on Paleface Ranch Rd. directly off Hwy 71, the property features 2500ft of frontage on Paleface Ranch Rd. Perimeter fencing surrounds the property with cross-fencing and improved roads providing easy access to all parts of the Ranch. Present use consists of Residential, Ranch, Recreational, Grazing, and Hunting. There are two homes, one considered the main house, and one guest/ranch hand house. Improvements include a 2,700-sf. homestead featuring 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths; an historic 3BR/1BA rock guest house; and several outbuildings for equipment storage. A cabin for hunter use is nestled in a tranquil park like setting deep in the interior of the property close to one of the seasonal ponds. Ramsey Ranch utilities currently include two proven domestic wells. Recent Seismoelectric Survey shows potential groundwater was observed at six of the eight taps for drilling new wells at up to 5 to 10 gallons per minute. Property has three approved septic systems. Power is provided by Pedernales' Electric Co-op. The property adequately supports open pasture grazing for cattle and wildlife forage with three seasonal tanks, abundant native grasses and a variety of indigenous trees. A hunter's paradise featuring white-tail deer, turkey, dove and quail. The ranch currently enjoys AG-EXEMPT tax status. There are no known building restrictions in place. Cultural and recreational amenities abound in the surrounding area. Marble Falls is an easy 20 minutes away with Austin and Fredericksburg at just over an hour on four-lane highways. The nearby Highland Lakes and LCRA Parks provide the ultimate in fishing, boating and water sports. Close proximity to Scott & White Hospital. Golf enthusiasts will play some of the finest courses in Texas. Over a hundred wineries, craft breweries and distilleries are in the region, along with fine dining guaranteed to please the most discriminating palate. Domestic and international travelers are served by Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and San Antonio International Airport. General aviation pilots can land at nearby Spicewood Airport where fuel and tie-downs are available. Last working ranch available in this area.
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706 Paleface Ranch Rd S is located in Spicewood, Texas, in Travis County. Travis County is home to Austin, the capital of Texas and one of the fastest-growing major cities in the United States. Beyond the urban core, Travis County still contains significant ranch and acreage properties in its western reaches, where the Hill Country meets the city and land values reflect both agricultural heritage and proximity to one of America's most dynamic economies.
The Colorado River flows through Travis County, impounded into Lake Travis and Lake Austin, key recreation anchors for the region. The Balcones Escarpment marks the transition from the limestone Hill Country in the west to the Blackland Prairie in the east. Barton Creek and its tributaries carve spring-fed swimming holes and nature preserves within the urban fabric.
The 78669 zip code has a median household income of $126,422, a median home value of $576,200, and a median age of 46.2. The average household size is 2.56 people. The zip code has a total population of 11,980.
Austin's economy is anchored by the University of Texas, state government, and a massive technology sector that has attracted Apple, Tesla, Oracle, Dell, and hundreds of startups. Travis County acreage properties command premium prices reflecting proximity to the Austin job market, major airports, and world-class amenities.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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