47 +/- acres in Blue Ridge, TX offered as a turnkey equine, family ranch or hunting and recreational property. As you enter the property you'll wind through a well maintained tree-lined and covered road across Pot Rack Creek that meanders across the front portion of the farm. Once you cross the creek the property opens up into the wonderful escape the current owner has created over the last 35 years. Not very often do you find acreage in Collin County that provides the opportunity and escape this property does. There is a well-built and freshened up custom built home that offers 4 beds, 3 baths, office, 2 car garage with french doors to the outdoor oasis complete with cooking area, multiple spots to take in the sunset and Texas breezes blowing across the back of the home. The home is in the heart of the property conveniently located across from the equine facilities, well laid out and thought through to include the covered arena with room that could be used as foreman's quarters, studio apartment, office or rest area with full bath. Also centrally located are the main barn, mare barn, tractor and equipment barn and a lighted multi purpose field that could be turned back into an outdoor arena or any number of recreational facilities. There are 1 spring fed pond on the property with the largest being stocked and has a 2 story dock and fishing pier, store all your kayaks and fishing gear in the storage shed next to the pond. The larger pond is the perfect place for family cookouts and relaxing next to the water in a well-shaded area. Along side Pot Rack Creek there are well maintained hiking, biking and horse trails and miles of trails throughout the property. Get your favorite hunting home protection options sighted in on the gun range.
Current horse facilities and barns could be used (or converted) as event centers, wedding venues, business opportunities, etc. Please note this property was originally listed in its entirety, hence the price and acreage reduction. This property can be sold as a whole (99 Acres + or -) or purchased separately.
Location: Blue Ridge, TX - convenient location to Hwy 121 and 75 approximately 57 miles northeast of Dallas, 38 miles northeast of Plano and 15 miles to Melissa, TX.
Water: Pot Rack Creek winds through the front portion of the property and offers hiking, biking and horse trails. There are 3 spring fed ponds on the back (west) side of the property perfect for an evening ride out to enjoy a refreshing beverage and some amazing views. The largest of the 4 ponds on the property is stocked with bass and catfish and has a 2 story dock with fishing pier, swing and perfect place to launch a canoe or kayaks.
Home: Custom built home completed in 1989 with a recent paint refresh and some other touch up, meticulously maintained offering 4 beds, 3 baths, main living area with wood burning fireplace, eat in kitchen with guest suite off the kitchen, primary suite is on the other end of the home offering a spacious retreat with luxurious bath and opens to the outdoor living space and pool. The home's office is located steps away from the primary and has a printing and equipment room. The backyard offers an owners retreat with pool and plenty space to entertain friends and family and vantage points and gazebo area to take in the scenery and sunsets. 1 year old Generac generator for home and pool. 1 RV hookup at the garage.
Barns and Improvements:
Indoor Arena - 170 x 110 (8200 Sq.Ft.), open air and airflow with fans and roll-up doors positioned around the arena. 8 stalls and sliding doors to the paddock for turn out. Office/efficiency apartment with AC and bathroom. Multiple private tack room/storage rooms. 4 bay wash rack. Observation deck above the office/apartment.
Round Pen - 50 ft. with sand footing.
Main Barn - 60 x 40' with covered paddock area. Sliding doors to paddock area. Concrete floor, 6 stalls, indoor wash bay and roof replaced with J Panel in 2017.
Mare Barn - 42 x 30' with run-out paddocks and roof replaced with J Panel in 2017.
Tractor/Equipment Barn - 72 x 60' with 2 - 16 x 20' stalls for mare/foaling with custom sand base and run out paddocks. Workshop area with electric, 2 RV hookups, quarantine stalls, concrete and gravel flooring and roof replaced with J Panel in 2017.
Other features: hiking, biking and horse trails, gun range area, perimeter fenced and cross-fenced.