Land for Sale in Fredericksburg, Texas

An incredible opportunity to own a blank canvas ranch in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, conveniently located between Fredericksburg and Johnson City. Clear View Ranch consists of 29.62 acres and is ideally positioned to enjoy the best of both worlds— a peaceful rural setting with quick access to the renowned 290 Wine Corridor, home to some of Texas' top wineries, tasting rooms, breweries, and distilleries. Set along Elm Ridge Road, the property offers several excellent build sites with stunning long-range Hill Country views, providing the perfect setting for a custom home, weekend retreat, or investment property. High Ridge Ranch is a scenic and peaceful Hill Country property offering phenomenal views and multiple natural lookout points scattered across the landscape. Rectangular in shape, the ranch is easy to navigate and well-suited for a variety of recreational activities including hiking, hunting, bird watching, and exploring. A key advantage of the property is its readiness for future improvements. A water well is already in place near one of several potential homesites, with electricity located nearby—providing a strong foundation for building without significant upfront infrastructure investment. Smith Spring Branch meanders through the northwest portion of the property for approximately 1,050 feet. This seasonal tributary enhances the ranch with classic Hill Country character, featuring attractive limestone formations and a variety of mature hardwoods along its banks. While the ranch offers a clean slate for its new owner, its true value lies in its natural beauty, usability, and strategic location. Conveniently situated approximately 1.5 hours from both Austin and San Antonio, and just a short drive to Fredericksburg and Johnson City, High Ridge Ranch is ideally positioned for those seeking a private retreat with easy access to the Hill Country's most desirable destinations. The Property is currently under an Ag Exemption and electricity located down a portion of the south fence line along Elm Ridge Road. Low fencing is in place along three of four sides. The ranch is accessed by taking paved North Grape Creek Road and turning east on Elm Ridge Road, traveling about three quarters of a mile. The property is on the north side of the road. Elm Ridge Road is a private 60 foot deeded easement road. The terrain of High Point Ranch features a gentle roll with approximately 40 feet of elevation change, creating multiple vantage points that capture impressive long-range Hill Country views. The Seller has thoughtfully and strategically cleared cedar in key areas of the property, leaving behind a park-like setting where mature live oaks are able to thrive. These selectively cleared sections not only enhance the natural beauty of the land, but also provide exceptional potential homesites with sweeping views. Additional areas of the ranch offer a balanced mix of native vegetation, including live oaks and pockets of cedar, contributing to both privacy and habitat diversity. Along the wet weather creek corridor, a variety of hardwoods—including cedar elms—add character to the property. The ranch is further complemented by a healthy stand of native grasses, supporting wildlife and adding to the property's natural appeal. There is one water well strategically located near one of the premier build sites. The well is capped and cased and tested at 6.5 +/- GPM when it was drilled. Smith Spring Branch, a wet weather tributary traverses through the northwest portion of the property for 1, 050 +/- feet. The creek has the ability to hold pockets of water for limited durations on a seasonal basis.