THE HOME, IN THE LISTING AGENT’S WORDS
A closer look.
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.
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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.
THE DETAILS THAT SHAPE YOUR DAY
Reported property facts
- Property type
- Farm
- Property subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 4
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 2
- Living area
- 2,905 (units not reported)
- Lot acres
- 293
- Year built
- 2004
- Garage spaces
- 3
Schools reported in the listing
- High schoolLampasas
- Middle schoolLampasas
- DistrictLampasas ISD
- ElementaryHanna Springs
Verify assignment with the relevant district for the exact address, program and school year. These source-reported names are not ratings or an enrollment guarantee.
Features & finishes
lot
Agricultural · Private · Sprinkler - Automatic · Trees-Heavy · Views · Waterfall
pool
Heated · In Ground
roof
Metal
view
Hill Country · Pasture · River
patio
Covered · Front Porch · Rear Porch
sewer
Septic Tank
levels
One
cooling
Electric
fencing
Barbed Wire · Cross Fenced · Livestock · Perimeter
heating
Electric
parking
Additional Parking · Attached Carport · Covered · Garage
exterior
Private Entrance · Private Yard
flooring
Tile · Wood
interior
Ceiling-High · Ceiling-Vaulted · Granite Counters · Eat-in Kitchen · Pantry · Primary Bedroom on Main · Soaking Tub · Sound System · Walk-In Closet(s)
security
Security Fence · Security Lights · Security System · Smoke Detector(s)
community
None
utilities
Cable Connected · Electricity Connected · Other · Propane · Water Connected
appliances
Electric Range · Ice Maker · Double Oven
waterfront
River Front
water Source
Public · Well
construction
Stone
accessibility
None
