Smith Mountain Ranch

Nestled in the highly desirable Willow City–Blowout region of the Texas Hill Country, Smith Mountain Ranch encompasses approximately 30 unrestricted acres of scenic terrain, sweeping vistas, and thoughtfully completed improvements. Situated within the geologically distinctive Llano Uplift, the ranch features more than 120 feet of elevation change, offering dramatic topography and exceptional long-range views of the surrounding Hill Country.

The property enjoys an outstanding location approximately 3 miles southwest of the historic ghost town of Blowout, 5.5 miles east of Willow City and the celebrated Willow City Loop—one of Texas' most iconic scenic drives—and just 19 miles northeast of historic Fredericksburg.

Significant recent improvements have enhanced both the beauty and functionality of the ranch. Two newly constructed, bentonite-lined ponds with dams complement the natural landscape, while a new 465-foot water well, producing 17 gallons per minute as per drillers' report, provides an important water resource. A cleared, elevated building site has been positioned to take full advantage of the panoramic views, and a newly constructed interior road surfaced with TxDOT Grade 2 gravel provides convenient access throughout the property. Over 2300 feet of paved frontage on Althaus-Davis Road.

The ranch is fully perimeter-fenced and includes a ¾-acre feed pen. Recreational improvements include a brand-new Ranch King elevated box blind, protein feeders, and a corn feeder, all included in the sale. Approximately half of the property's cedar has been selectively cleared, opening up the landscape while preserving numerous mature live oaks and native vegetation that provide excellent wildlife habitat and natural cover.

Wildlife is abundant, with whitetail deer, wild turkey, mourning doves, white-winged doves, and occasional exotic elk observed on the property. The combination of diverse terrain, native cover, water features, and existing hunting improvements makes Smith Mountain Ranch particularly appealing to outdoor and wildlife enthusiasts.

Offering an increasingly hard-to-find combination of unrestricted acreage, breathtaking Hill Country views, and substantial recent improvements, Smith Mountain Ranch is exceptionally well-suited for a private country estate, weekend retreat, recreational getaway, or potential short-term rental development. With much of the initial infrastructure already in place, the property provides an excellent foundation for creating a distinctive Hill Country destination.

Key Property Highlights

• ± 30 unrestricted acres in the coveted Willow City–Blowout region

• 120+ feet of elevation change with sweeping, long-range Hill Country views

• Two new bentonite-lined ponds with constructed dams

• New 465-foot water well reportedly producing 17 GPM

• Cleared, elevated homesite positioned for panoramic Hill Country views

• New interior gravel road providing access throughout the ranch

• Fully perimeter-fenced with a ¾-acre feed pen

• New Ranch King elevated box blind, protein feeders, and corn feeder included

• Approximately 50% selective cedar clearing completed, with mature live oaks and native habitat preserved

• Abundant native wildlife, including whitetail deer, turkey, and dove, with exotic elk also observed

• Prime location approximately 5.5 miles east of Willow City and 19 miles northeast of Fredericksburg

• Over 2300 feet of paved road frontage