Smith River Ranch: Premier 293-Acre Estate located on the Lampasas River
Location:
Ideally positioned just 15 minutes from Copperas Cove and Lampasas, and approximately one hour from Austin, Smith River Ranch offers a rare blend of privacy, luxury, and convenience. This sprawling 293-acre estate is nestled in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, providing seamless access to urban amenities while offering a peaceful retreat surrounded by natural beauty.
Property Overview:
Smith River Ranch is a turn-key recreational and agricultural estate, boasting approximately 5,040 feet of pristine Lampasas River frontage. The land is a diverse mix of 50% pasture and 50% brush, and is predominantly high-fenced, with a robust wildlife management program in place. The ranch is home to an estimated 100 white-tailed deer with a 2:1 doe-to-buck ratio, including trophy bucks in the 225-“250 inch class, and 10-12 bucks scoring between 165-“230inches. Additionally, the ranch supports a thriving population of 30-“40 axis deer, including a few trophy-class bucks.
The ranch holds a Level 3 Managed Land Deer (MLD) Wildlife Exemption, and is outfitted with four blinds (three within the high-fenced area), four protein feeders, and four feed pens. Water is abundant across the property with three water troughs plumbed into Kempner city water, a reliable old well servicing three additional troughs and cattle pens, and access to city water services for the home, pool, shop, and surrounding infrastructure.
Smith River Ranch is a truly exceptional offering that combines luxury living, recreational excellence, and productive agriculture, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Lampasas River. Whether you are seeking a turnkey hunting retreat, a working ranch, or a private escape near Austin, this premier estate delivers unparalleled opportunity in the heart of Texas Hill Country.
Property Details
- Interior
- Eat In Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Main Level Primary, Pantry, Sound System, Soaking Tub, Vaulted Ceilings, Walk I
- Fireplaces
- 1
- Cooling
- 1
- Heating
- Electric
- Cooling Features
- Electric
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 3.0
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 2
- View
- Hills,Pasture,River
- Lot Features
- Agricultural, Private, Many Trees, Sprinklers Automatic, Views, Waterfall
- Lot Description
- Agricultural, Private, Many Trees, Sprinklers Automatic, Views, Waterfall
- Pool
- 1
- Pool Description
- Heated, In Ground
- Pool Features
- Heated, In Ground
- Exterior Features
- Private Entrance, Private Yard
- Exterior Materials
- Private Entrance, Private Yard
- Acres
- 0.007
- Square Feet
- 2905.0
- Lot Size (sqft)
- 293.0
- Parking Features
- Attached Carport, Additional Parking, Covered, Garage
- Parking
- 1
- Parking Type
- Garage
- Parking Garage Spaces
- 3.0
- Property Type
- Purchase
- Property Subtype Additional
- Farm, Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 2004
- Foundation
- Slab
- Roof
- Metal
- Sewer Information
- Septic Tank
- Utility Source
- Public, Well
- Utility Features
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Propane, Other, Water Connected
- Appliances
- Double Oven, Electric Range, Ice Maker
- Subdivision
- NA
- School District
- Lampasas ISD
- Elementary School
- Hanna Springs
- Middle School
- Lampasas
- High School
- Lampasas
- County
- Lampasas
- Region
- Lampasas
- Original List Price
- $7,844,000
- Days on Market (Cumulative)
- 511
Location
Legal
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2025-04-21T13:36:58Z UTC. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
The information being provided is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Based on information from the Austin Board of REALTORS®. Neither the Board nor ACTRIS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. All data is provided "AS IS" and with all faults. Data maintained by the Board or ACTRIS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market.
Provided By
Listed by Logan Carroll (#670713)
Listing Office: Ranchland Real Estate (#705748)
