2254 Cr 228, San Saba, TX 78677

Carlson Ranch – A Premier Hunting & Recreational Retreat Nestled just 8.4 miles west of San Saba, the Pecan Capital of Texas, Carlson Ranch offers the perfect blend of scenic beauty, outdoor adventure, and comfortable accommodations. With convenient access from State Hwy 190, this property is an ideal hunting and recreational getaway for families, friends, and outdoor enthusiasts. Richland Spring Creek runs through the front of the property, providing breathtaking 180-degree views of the surrounding landscape. With approximately 90 feet of elevation change, the rolling terrain adds to the property's natural beauty and diverse wildlife habitat. One stocked pond, measuring about ¼ acre when full offers excellent fishing opportunities. A good mix of heavy to moderate tree cover, forbs, and browse help attract and hold wildlife on the ranch. Two fields, approximately 10+/- and 25+/- acres respectively, provide areas believed to be suitable for establishing seasonal wildlife food plots for deer and dove to further enhance the property for hunting. The ranch is well-equipped with a cozy cabin featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, and a living area, all connected to community water. Also, a 1400 sq ft equipment barn. Whether you're seeking a private hunting retreat, a weekend escape, or a place to enjoy Texas' great outdoors, Carlson Ranch delivers an exceptional experience.

Carlson Ranch spans 107.63 acres of working Texas land with the operational infrastructure needed for serious hunting, livestock management, or recreational agriculture. The property sits 8.4 miles west of San Saba on State Highway 190, placing it in prime Hill Country ranch country where San Saba County's pecan heritage meets mixed timber and open pasture terrain.

The core facility includes a 1,400 square foot equipment barn built for equipment storage, vehicle shelter, or light agricultural work. The 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom cabin provides sleeping quarters and serves as operational headquarters. Both structures connect to community water, eliminating well-dependence and reducing infrastructure costs. The cabin's modest footprint keeps maintenance manageable while the barn's square footage gives flexibility for equipment, feed storage, or animal care setups.

The land itself is the real asset. Richland Spring Creek runs through the front portion of the property, providing reliable water access and creating 180-degree views across the landscape. Elevation changes of approximately 90 feet across the acreage create natural drainage patterns and diverse habitat zones. The property features a stocked pond measuring roughly 0.25 acres when full, suitable for fishing and livestock watering. Tree cover ranges from heavy to moderate across different sections, creating both shade corridors and open areas.

Two distinct field areas measure approximately 10 acres and 25 acres respectively. These cleared sections are established for seasonal wildlife food plots, with the existing setup oriented toward deer and dove habitat management. The mixed terrain of wooded areas, cleared fields, browse, and forbs creates natural wildlife movement corridors and holding cover. This mosaic is the foundation for effective hunting land management.

The property's 422-day listing history reflects the specialized buyer pool for working ranch property. This isn't a weekend cottage retreat but functional acreage for someone who needs equestrian facilities, livestock pasture, hunting management infrastructure, or agricultural operations. At $850,000 for 107.63 acres, the price per acre reflects San Saba County market values for land with water access, operational buildings, and established field management. The creek access, pond, and existing food plot infrastructure eliminate the need for startup development costs.

For buyers operating a ranch operation, managing wildlife habitat, or maintaining horses and livestock, Carlson Ranch delivers established systems rather than raw land. The creek provides year-round water security, the barn supports equipment and animal care, and the field structure allows immediate agricultural or wildlife management work without infrastructure construction delays.