Sandoval Ponds Farm

Sandoval Ponds Farm is a unique, recreational getaway with excellent improvements and multiple hunting opportunities within an hour from Austin. The combination of the deer, waterfowl, fishing, and dove hunting is rare for a property of this size. This creates an opportunity to invest in the growth of Austin and the dynamic new developments happening on the east side of town while providing significant recreational potential.

LOCATION

Situated about 11.7 miles northwest of Taylor, Sandoval Ponds Farm is located at 1750 FM 1063, Taylor, TX and within Thrall ISD school boundary zones. Thrall ISD is the #2 school district in Williamson County. Proximity:

7+/- miles from Lake Granger

11.7+/- miles from Taylor

14.6+/- miles from HEB (Taylor)

28.6+/- miles from Georgetown

44+/- miles from Temple

45+/- miles from downtown Austin

46.3+/- miles from ABIA

73.7+/- miles from College Station

TOPOGRAPHY, RANGELAND & HABITAT

The property’s elevations range from approximately 485 to 520 feet. This region is known for its nutrient-rich clay soils and historically significant tallgrass prairie ecosystem. Today, the landscape is predominantly composed of improved pasture grasses, including King Ranch bluestem, Bermuda grass, and Johnsongrass, providing productive grazing opportunities.

WILDLIFE

The wildlife species found on the property are commonly found in this area, such as white-tailed deer, dove, and migratory waterfowl. Notably, the soil conservation reservoir provides excellent duck hunting opportunities. Additionally, the corn field on the property attracts doves during the hunting season. Occasionally, the owner has seen bob-white quail, rio grande turkey bob cats and feral hogs. An incredible amount of varying bird species frequent the property due to the mulberry trees.

AGRICTULTURE

Approx. 17.50 acre corn field is separately fenced and leased to a neighboring farmer for corn production, and provides the ag tax valuation for the property.

IMPROVEMENTS

As you enter through the gated entrance, a nice driveway leads to the main residence. Built in 2021/2022, the approximately 3,610-square-foot home offers 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and an attached 30x60x14 carport. Just outside the back door, you’ll find a covered porch overlooking the in-ground swimming pool, built in 2023, creating an inviting space for relaxing or entertaining while enjoying the surrounding landscape. Additionally, there is a chicken coop and turf putting green in the backyard. Nearby the main residence, there is an enclosed insulated 1,200+ sf shop and a 45x70x10 pole barn.

WATER

The property has an abundance of water features including multiple ponds, a wet-weather creek, and a shared access to a LCRA Soil Conservation Service Site Reservoir. City water is provided by the local service.

ELECTRICITY

Oncor electric delivers to this area.

MINERALS

Any owned minerals will convey.

AREA HISTORY

Texas Blackland Prairie is an area shaped by ranching, cotton farming, railroads, oil booms, and more recently, large-scale industrial growth. Along FM 1063, the historic agricultural landscape remains largely intact, even as the area experiences some of the most rapid rural transformation in Central Texas.