Bandera County | Gate Hollow Ranch | S of Bandera

SUMMARY

Hill Country retreat offering impressive views, abundant wildlife, and convenient access to nearby towns—Gate Hollow Ranch is comprised of 61.653± acres. Located just off State Highway 173 in Bandera County, this property blends seclusion, functionality, and scenic beauty—ideal for a hunting getaway, recreational escape, or future homestead. With a dependable water well, electricity, and established headquarters, the property is ready for enjoyment and future improvements.

DESCRIPTION

Gate Hollow Ranch captures the essence of the Texas Hill Country—rolling terrain, native hardwoods, and rugged beauty at every turn. The headquarters area is set on an elevated site with sweeping views of the surrounding hills. Electricity is already in place, and the property’s water well received a new pump in 2025. A covered carport provides ideal shelter for an RV, and the Seller’s RV currently on-site is negotiable. A 20’± Conex storage container offers secure space for equipment and tools.

Gate Hollow Ranch’s natural features and existing infrastructure make it an attractive choice for hunters, weekenders, or those seeking a private piece of the Hill Country with exceptional potential for future improvements. A wildlife exemption is in place.

LOCATION

Gate Hollow Ranch is located off State Highway 173, just 5± miles from Bandera, known as the “Cowboy Capital of the World,”. It offers the perfect balance of small-town charm and western heritage. The area provides all necessary conveniences, including grocery stores, restaurants, schools, and medical facilities, while nearby Kerrville, Boerne, and San Antonio offer expanded dining, shopping, and airport options.

Gate Hollow Ranch is about 14± miles from Pipe Creek, 19± miles from Lakehills, 23± miles from Hondo, 31± miles from Kerrville, 32± miles from Boerne, 33± miles from Comfort, 36± miles from Fredericksburg, 58± miles from San Antonio, and 122± miles from Austin.

LAND

Elevation ranges from 1,560’± to 1,740’± above sea level, creating a dynamic landscape with excellent views and drainage. The land is primarily wooded with live oak, lacey oak, Spanish oak, black walnut, cedar, and native brush, providing privacy and ideal wildlife cover. The southern boundary is partially low-fenced, while the rest of the ranch is not fenced, allowing for free-ranging game to move through the area. Gate Hollow runs through the ranch, adding scenic character and enhancing the topography with rolling hills and deep draws.

WILDLIFE

The ranch supports a variety of game, including whitetail deer, wild hogs, javelinas, aoudad, white-wing and mourning dove, and other native species—offering consistent hunting opportunities throughout the year.

IMPROVEMENTS

Gate Hollow Ranch is primarily a blank canvas. The headquarters area includes electricity, a water well with a new 2025 pump, a covered RV carport, and a 20’± Conex storage container. There is an RV in place that is negotiable. The elevated site serves as an ideal build location for a future home, cabin, or barndominium, providing panoramic views and an already-established infrastructure base. Gate Hollow Ranch has two blinds and two feeders that will convey.

WATER

The property has one water well with a newly installed pump (2025). The well has trenched lines that run to two water troughs for wildlife.