Comanche County, Texas: Located near Carlton, Texas. Carter’s Coffee Cup Ranch on Rocky Creek boasts a spacious 975+/- acres and a 5500+/- square foot Spanish style ranch home. The property spans 3 ridges and 2 large creek areas creating dramatic picturesque views. The remote ranch has excellent communication, including fiber optics internet/phone lines to the home and a UHF radio antenna. This ranch offers opportunities for investment or enjoyment.
Currently a working cattle ranch, it has 11 pastures, 75 acres of cultivation, 172 acres of improved grasses, equipment barn with living quarters, hay shed, and cattle handling facilities. The ranch is located in the Leon River watershed and has both Rocky Creek and Resley Creek running through the property. The creek bottoms offer very fertile soil and provide exceptional locations for grass and small grain production. The ranch has ample water which includes a 2 acre lake, 4 large stock tanks, 7 seasonal tanks, and an irrigation system to fill some tanks during dry seasons. The full-scale cattle handling facilities are sufficient to easily manage and monitor 75-90 animal units.
The property can accommodate large hunting parties of 10-15 hunters. Cultivated crop lands can be planted in sunflowers to create a dove hunter’s paradise. With the abundant water and sunflower potential, the dove hunting capabilities are endless. The bountiful wildlife that roams the property includes whitetail deer, wild hogs, bobwhite quail coveys and a phenomenal population of Rio Grande wild turkey.
The expansive Spanish style ranch home is perched on a hilltop overlooking the property where one can admire the panoramic views of Texas sunrises and sunsets from the palatial balconies. The home is comprised of two floors, a separate media/entertainment room, and pool and hot tub area with a covered patio. Notable attributes, throughout the two levels, are two master suites with full baths and walk in closets, magnificent study with custom built bookcases and fireplace, as well as, an open living/dining space with a stone fireplace.
Carter’s Coffee Cup Ranch on Rocky Creek is a once in a life-time shot to own a prime Texas Ranch. Don’t miss this opportunity for personal and family enjoyment, ranching, hunting or corporate retreat.
Location
Carter’s Coffee Cup Ranch on Rocky Creek is located near the unincorporated community of Carlton, Texas population 70. The ranch lies in the South Eastern corner of Comanche County near the Comanche and Hamilton County Line. The beautiful ranch is 90 miles South West of Dallas/Fort Worth and 130 miles North of Austin. Historic and scenic highlights surround the ranch and can be reached by farm roads and highways:
· Shive, Fairy, Indian Gap and Pottsville in Hamilton County
· Norse, Cranfills Gap and Energy in Bosque County
· Priddy, Star and Mount Olive in Mills County
· Gustine, Lamkin, Proctor and Comanche in Comanche County
The Hamilton Municipal Airport (ICAO: KMNZ, FAA LID: MNZ) is convenient for private air travel.
Live Stock Management
The excellent cattle facilities are ideal for intense management. The covered working facility and surrounding traps can hold 90 animal units for calving or other management needs. Large holding pens and adjacent traps make for easy handling and holding of multiple groups. There are 2 sets of working pens strategically built across the ranch. All traps have fresh water; 3 traps have loafing sheds to provide shelter in all weather conditions. The facility is great for holding livestock for extended periods, with easy monitoring.
· Working Pens
o Head catch
o Scales
o Water
o Electricity
o 80’X80’ Resley Creek Back 40 working pens
o 80’X80’ working pens
o Adjacent to irrigated tank providing consistent water source
· Barn, Shop, & Sheds
o 40’X80’ Barn
o Water
o Electricity
o 20’X40’ Office/Apartment
o Kitchen
o Bath
o Septic system with outside hookups for RV
o High Speed fiber optic internet and phone available
o 40’X40’ shop connected to Office/Apartment
o Concrete floors
o 110/220 outlets
o Airlines
o Toilet
o Washer/dryer hookup
o Hot water heater
o 20’X80’ shed for vehicles
o 20’X20’ shed for vehicles
o 4 loafing sheds
* 110’ tower topped with ranch UHF radio antenna and digital repeater is located near the working facility. The Communication system provides a 25+ mile communication range (mobile & portable radios, repeaters and FCC license available for separate purchase).
· Pastures
o 11 fenced traps/pastures
o 75 acres of cultivation (currently in Hybrid Pearl Millet)
o 172 acres of improved grasses
o Coastal Bermuda
o Managed Native Grasses
§ Silver bluestem
§ Buffalo grass
§ Gamagrass
§ Texas Wintergrass
Water
Carter’s Coffee Cup Ranch on Rocky Creek is an extremely well watered property with a full ranch watering system of both natural running and man-made water supplies.
· Ranch Wells
· Domestic Wells
§ 15 gallons per minute electric submersible well at shop/barn complex
§ 15 gallons per minute electric submersible well with stock tank adjacent to Resley Creek working pens
§ 50 gallons per minute irrigation well with diesel engine and turbine pump
§ 2nd Trinity water table
§ Drilled by Associate Drillers Stephenville, Texas
§ Waters additional livestock pastures surrounding the house
· Creeks and Streams
o Permitted water rights to Resley Creek will convey
RESLEY CREEK (Comanche County). Resley (Resley's) Creek rises in northeast Comanche County ten miles northeast of Gustine (at 32°12' N, 94°18' W) and flows southeast for twelve miles to its mouth (at 32°10' N, 94°16' W) on the Leon River, one mile northeast of State Highway 36 near the Hamilton county line. The stream rises in rolling prairies surfaced by clay loam which supports mesquite and grasses, then passes briefly through steep slopes covered with shallow clay loam, then returns to terrain similar to that in which it began. Early settler George Resley, for whom the creek was named, came to the area in the late 1850s.
ROCKY CREEK (Hamilton County). Rocky Creek rises a mile west of Carlton in northern Hamilton County (at 31°55' N, 98°11' W) and runs southwest for ten miles, through the eastern corner of Comanche County, to its mouth on the Leon River, at the Hamilton-Comanche county line (at 31°49' N, 98°12' W). The stream is intermittent in its upper reaches. It traverses flat, flood-prone terrain with local shallow depressions, surfaced by clay and sandy loams that support water tolerant hardwoods, conifers, and grasses.
o 2 acre lake on Rocky Creek
o Both creeks have multiple large rocked bottom pools that hold water
o 4 large livestock tanks
§ 3 can be filled by irrigation well water
o 7 seasonal livestock tanks
Wildlife
The current owner’s wildlife management practices and minimum/non-commercial harvest have created an abundance of healthy animal populations. Ample water in Rocky Creek creates an oasis for native wildlife. The pools of water are lined with rock and are crystal clear. Resley’s Creek is lined with dense cover proving excellent habitat for all wildlife. The ranch’s diversified hunting locations will satisfy any hunter’s preference.
· Game
o Whitetail deer
o Rio Grande turkey
o Limited bobwhite quail
o Wild feral hogs
o Dove
o Occasional bobcat and mountain lion
o Other varmints
· Hunting Locations
o 4 continuous deer feeding stations
o 4 raised hunting stands
o Thick covered areas adjacent to cultivated fields
o Deep river banks
o Rapidly changing elevation areas
o Rolling terrain ideal for tower blinds
o Scendario style clearings for long range shooting
o Scattered food plot locations
o Scattered watering opportunities
· Food Sources
o Planted oats
o Native vegetation
Potential for Hunting Lodge/Corporate Retreat
The main house, near-by shop/apartment, and ranch layout is nicely arranged to outfit a corporate retreat or hunting lodge. The ranch can provide many lodging and hunting possibilities. The storage/bonus room can easily be transformed into multiple bunked bedrooms. The ranch can support large hunting parties. Cultivated crop lands can also be utilized in sunflowers to create a dove hunter’s paradise. With the abundant water, sunflower potential dove hunting capabilities are endless.
Accommodations
5500+/- square foot Spanish style ranch home has a striking rustic beauty. The home features 2 master suites, large open concept living/dining area, 3 full length covered porches with 25 mile horizon views, private library, separate media/entertainment room, pool and hot tub, covered outdoor patio , and many more custom attributes.
Main House
· Kitchen/Dining
Open concept kitchen ideal for enjoying friends and family
o All stained concrete counter tops
o Center island with bar sink
o Double kitchen sink
o Rustic rock accent over cooktop
o Kitchen aid appliances
§ Double oven
§ Refrigerator/Freezer combination
§ 36’ gas cooktop
o Breakfast nook
o Eat in kitchen bar with 3 barstools
o Walk in pantry/kitchen storage
o Custom wood cabinets
o Separate dining room with kitchen and front foyer access
· Living Room
Enjoy the breathtaking panorama views of the ranch while relaxing by the wood burning fire in the main home’s living room
o Large exposed floor-to-ceiling native rock chimney
o Rustic Mesquite wood mantel
o Fire Xtrordinair Fireplace Insert- Artisan FPX
§ Constant pressure
§ Wood burning
§ Provides reliable heat source for much of the home
o Built in custom rock and wood entertainment center
§ Wood storage cabinets
§ Native rock accented display shelves
o Ceramic tile flooring
o Vaulted ceilings
o View of 2nd story landing
o Sliding glass door accessing back porch near patio/pool area
· Office/Private Study
o Hand scraped wood flooring
o Decorative Fire Xtrordinair gas fireplace
o Wall-to-wall personal library shelves
o Custom wood shelving
o Wooden ladder on sliding track
· Gun/Ammunition Storage Room
o 46 gun Liberty safe
o Ammunition storage shelves
o Additional storage space
· Downstairs Master Suite
o Spacious room
o Luxury master bath
§ Walk-in closet
v Private sun room
o Individually controlled airflow and temperature
· Second Story Master Suite
o Spacious room
o Vaulted ceiling
o Glass door access to full length 2nd story porch
o Luxury master bath
o Individually controlled airflow and temperature
· Second Story Guest Bedroom
o Cozy bedroom
o North porch access
o Full bath with tub/shower combination
· 1,000+/- sq ft Storage/Bonus Area
§ Proposed use
Media/Entertainment Room
· Separate from home
· Adjacent to pool/patio area
· Wet bar
· Full bath
· Entertainment center with surround sound
· Pool Table
· Darkening blinds for media entertainment
Additional Attributes
· Ceiling fans in all living spaces
· Ceiling fans on all porches and patio areas
· High Speed fiber optic internet/ phone service available at main house and shop/apartment complex
· 2 Rinnai tankless water heaters
· Water softener
· 3 HVAC units with air handlers to individually control air flow and temp in bedrooms and living areas
· Tile roof
· Ceramic tile throughout foyer, dining, kitchen, breakfast nook, living room, pantry, mud room, and laundry room
Driving Directions
· From Hamilton, Texas
o Highway 36/Main Street West toward Comanche for 8 miles
o Turn Right onto County Road 106 for 2.4 miles
o Turn Left onto Count Road 396 for 4.5 miles
o Destination is on your Left
· From Stephenville, Texas
o Alexander Road/FM 914 South for 22 miles
o Turn Right onto FM 1744 .9 miles
o Turn Right onto County Road 127 4.1 miles
o Destination is on your Right
Tax Rate-2.334600%
Hamilton ISD
Currently a working cattle ranch, it has 11 pastures, 75 acres of cultivation, 172 acres of improved grasses, equipment barn with living quarters, hay shed, and cattle handling facilities. The ranch is located in the Leon River watershed and has both Rocky Creek and Resley Creek running through the property. The creek bottoms offer very fertile soil and provide exceptional locations for grass and small grain production. The ranch has ample water which includes a 2 acre lake, 4 large stock tanks, 7 seasonal tanks, and an irrigation system to fill some tanks during dry seasons. The full-scale cattle handling facilities are sufficient to easily manage and monitor 75-90 animal units.
The property can accommodate large hunting parties of 10-15 hunters. Cultivated crop lands can be planted in sunflowers to create a dove hunter’s paradise. With the abundant water and sunflower potential, the dove hunting capabilities are endless. The bountiful wildlife that roams the property includes whitetail deer, wild hogs, bobwhite quail coveys and a phenomenal population of Rio Grande wild turkey.
The expansive Spanish style ranch home is perched on a hilltop overlooking the property where one can admire the panoramic views of Texas sunrises and sunsets from the palatial balconies. The home is comprised of two floors, a separate media/entertainment room, and pool and hot tub area with a covered patio. Notable attributes, throughout the two levels, are two master suites with full baths and walk in closets, magnificent study with custom built bookcases and fireplace, as well as, an open living/dining space with a stone fireplace.
Carter’s Coffee Cup Ranch on Rocky Creek is a once in a life-time shot to own a prime Texas Ranch. Don’t miss this opportunity for personal and family enjoyment, ranching, hunting or corporate retreat.
Location
Carter’s Coffee Cup Ranch on Rocky Creek is located near the unincorporated community of Carlton, Texas population 70. The ranch lies in the South Eastern corner of Comanche County near the Comanche and Hamilton County Line. The beautiful ranch is 90 miles South West of Dallas/Fort Worth and 130 miles North of Austin. Historic and scenic highlights surround the ranch and can be reached by farm roads and highways:
- North - Stephenville on US 377
- West - Brownwood on US 377 through Comanche
- East - Waco via US 84 through Goldthwaite, Gatesville, or
- East - Hillsboro via FM 218 and Hwy 22 through Hamilton and Meridian
· Shive, Fairy, Indian Gap and Pottsville in Hamilton County
· Norse, Cranfills Gap and Energy in Bosque County
· Priddy, Star and Mount Olive in Mills County
· Gustine, Lamkin, Proctor and Comanche in Comanche County
The Hamilton Municipal Airport (ICAO: KMNZ, FAA LID: MNZ) is convenient for private air travel.
Live Stock Management
The excellent cattle facilities are ideal for intense management. The covered working facility and surrounding traps can hold 90 animal units for calving or other management needs. Large holding pens and adjacent traps make for easy handling and holding of multiple groups. There are 2 sets of working pens strategically built across the ranch. All traps have fresh water; 3 traps have loafing sheds to provide shelter in all weather conditions. The facility is great for holding livestock for extended periods, with easy monitoring.
· Working Pens
- o 80’X80’ working pens at barn with 40’X80’ cover
o Head catch
o Scales
o Water
o Electricity
o 80’X80’ Resley Creek Back 40 working pens
o 80’X80’ working pens
o Adjacent to irrigated tank providing consistent water source
· Barn, Shop, & Sheds
o 40’X80’ Barn
o Water
o Electricity
o 20’X40’ Office/Apartment
o Kitchen
o Bath
o Septic system with outside hookups for RV
o High Speed fiber optic internet and phone available
o 40’X40’ shop connected to Office/Apartment
o Concrete floors
o 110/220 outlets
o Airlines
o Toilet
o Washer/dryer hookup
o Hot water heater
o 20’X80’ shed for vehicles
o 20’X20’ shed for vehicles
o 4 loafing sheds
* 110’ tower topped with ranch UHF radio antenna and digital repeater is located near the working facility. The Communication system provides a 25+ mile communication range (mobile & portable radios, repeaters and FCC license available for separate purchase).
· Pastures
o 11 fenced traps/pastures
o 75 acres of cultivation (currently in Hybrid Pearl Millet)
o 172 acres of improved grasses
o Coastal Bermuda
o Managed Native Grasses
§ Silver bluestem
§ Buffalo grass
§ Gamagrass
§ Texas Wintergrass
Water
Carter’s Coffee Cup Ranch on Rocky Creek is an extremely well watered property with a full ranch watering system of both natural running and man-made water supplies.
· Ranch Wells
· Domestic Wells
§ 15 gallons per minute electric submersible well at shop/barn complex
§ 15 gallons per minute electric submersible well with stock tank adjacent to Resley Creek working pens
§ 50 gallons per minute irrigation well with diesel engine and turbine pump
§ 2nd Trinity water table
§ Drilled by Associate Drillers Stephenville, Texas
§ Waters additional livestock pastures surrounding the house
· Creeks and Streams
o Permitted water rights to Resley Creek will convey
RESLEY CREEK (Comanche County). Resley (Resley's) Creek rises in northeast Comanche County ten miles northeast of Gustine (at 32°12' N, 94°18' W) and flows southeast for twelve miles to its mouth (at 32°10' N, 94°16' W) on the Leon River, one mile northeast of State Highway 36 near the Hamilton county line. The stream rises in rolling prairies surfaced by clay loam which supports mesquite and grasses, then passes briefly through steep slopes covered with shallow clay loam, then returns to terrain similar to that in which it began. Early settler George Resley, for whom the creek was named, came to the area in the late 1850s.
ROCKY CREEK (Hamilton County). Rocky Creek rises a mile west of Carlton in northern Hamilton County (at 31°55' N, 98°11' W) and runs southwest for ten miles, through the eastern corner of Comanche County, to its mouth on the Leon River, at the Hamilton-Comanche county line (at 31°49' N, 98°12' W). The stream is intermittent in its upper reaches. It traverses flat, flood-prone terrain with local shallow depressions, surfaced by clay and sandy loams that support water tolerant hardwoods, conifers, and grasses.
o 2 acre lake on Rocky Creek
o Both creeks have multiple large rocked bottom pools that hold water
o 4 large livestock tanks
§ 3 can be filled by irrigation well water
o 7 seasonal livestock tanks
Wildlife
The current owner’s wildlife management practices and minimum/non-commercial harvest have created an abundance of healthy animal populations. Ample water in Rocky Creek creates an oasis for native wildlife. The pools of water are lined with rock and are crystal clear. Resley’s Creek is lined with dense cover proving excellent habitat for all wildlife. The ranch’s diversified hunting locations will satisfy any hunter’s preference.
· Game
o Whitetail deer
o Rio Grande turkey
o Limited bobwhite quail
o Wild feral hogs
o Dove
o Occasional bobcat and mountain lion
o Other varmints
· Hunting Locations
o 4 continuous deer feeding stations
o 4 raised hunting stands
o Thick covered areas adjacent to cultivated fields
o Deep river banks
o Rapidly changing elevation areas
o Rolling terrain ideal for tower blinds
o Scendario style clearings for long range shooting
o Scattered food plot locations
o Scattered watering opportunities
· Food Sources
o Planted oats
o Native vegetation
Potential for Hunting Lodge/Corporate Retreat
The main house, near-by shop/apartment, and ranch layout is nicely arranged to outfit a corporate retreat or hunting lodge. The ranch can provide many lodging and hunting possibilities. The storage/bonus room can easily be transformed into multiple bunked bedrooms. The ranch can support large hunting parties. Cultivated crop lands can also be utilized in sunflowers to create a dove hunter’s paradise. With the abundant water, sunflower potential dove hunting capabilities are endless.
Accommodations
5500+/- square foot Spanish style ranch home has a striking rustic beauty. The home features 2 master suites, large open concept living/dining area, 3 full length covered porches with 25 mile horizon views, private library, separate media/entertainment room, pool and hot tub, covered outdoor patio , and many more custom attributes.
Main House
· Kitchen/Dining
Open concept kitchen ideal for enjoying friends and family
o All stained concrete counter tops
o Center island with bar sink
o Double kitchen sink
o Rustic rock accent over cooktop
o Kitchen aid appliances
§ Double oven
§ Refrigerator/Freezer combination
§ 36’ gas cooktop
o Breakfast nook
o Eat in kitchen bar with 3 barstools
o Walk in pantry/kitchen storage
o Custom wood cabinets
o Separate dining room with kitchen and front foyer access
· Living Room
Enjoy the breathtaking panorama views of the ranch while relaxing by the wood burning fire in the main home’s living room
o Large exposed floor-to-ceiling native rock chimney
o Rustic Mesquite wood mantel
o Fire Xtrordinair Fireplace Insert- Artisan FPX
§ Constant pressure
§ Wood burning
§ Provides reliable heat source for much of the home
o Built in custom rock and wood entertainment center
§ Wood storage cabinets
§ Native rock accented display shelves
o Ceramic tile flooring
o Vaulted ceilings
o View of 2nd story landing
o Sliding glass door accessing back porch near patio/pool area
· Office/Private Study
o Hand scraped wood flooring
o Decorative Fire Xtrordinair gas fireplace
o Wall-to-wall personal library shelves
o Custom wood shelving
o Wooden ladder on sliding track
· Gun/Ammunition Storage Room
o 46 gun Liberty safe
o Ammunition storage shelves
o Additional storage space
· Downstairs Master Suite
o Spacious room
o Luxury master bath
- § Rustic rock walk-in shower
- § Whirlpool garden tub
- § Double vanity and sink
- § Picture window
§ Walk-in closet
- v Built-in storage cabinets
- v Built-in rack and shelving
- v Porch access
v Private sun room
- o Separate entrance to the home
o Individually controlled airflow and temperature
· Second Story Master Suite
o Spacious room
o Vaulted ceiling
o Glass door access to full length 2nd story porch
- § 25+ mile horizon views
- § Overlooks pool/patio area
o Luxury master bath
- § Rustic rock walk-in shower
- § Whirlpool garden tub
- § Double vanity and sink
- v Built-in storage cabinets
- v Built-in rack and shelving
- v Porch access
o Individually controlled airflow and temperature
· Second Story Guest Bedroom
o Cozy bedroom
o North porch access
o Full bath with tub/shower combination
· 1,000+/- sq ft Storage/Bonus Area
- o Currently used as storage area
- § Vaulted ceiling
- § Plumbed
- § HVAC available
§ Proposed use
- v 2 additional bedrooms
- v Hunting/retreat bunk room
Media/Entertainment Room
· Separate from home
· Adjacent to pool/patio area
· Wet bar
· Full bath
· Entertainment center with surround sound
· Pool Table
· Darkening blinds for media entertainment
Additional Attributes
· Ceiling fans in all living spaces
· Ceiling fans on all porches and patio areas
· High Speed fiber optic internet/ phone service available at main house and shop/apartment complex
· 2 Rinnai tankless water heaters
· Water softener
· 3 HVAC units with air handlers to individually control air flow and temp in bedrooms and living areas
· Tile roof
· Ceramic tile throughout foyer, dining, kitchen, breakfast nook, living room, pantry, mud room, and laundry room
Driving Directions
· From Hamilton, Texas
o Highway 36/Main Street West toward Comanche for 8 miles
o Turn Right onto County Road 106 for 2.4 miles
o Turn Left onto Count Road 396 for 4.5 miles
o Destination is on your Left
· From Stephenville, Texas
o Alexander Road/FM 914 South for 22 miles
o Turn Right onto FM 1744 .9 miles
o Turn Right onto County Road 127 4.1 miles
o Destination is on your Right
Tax Rate-2.334600%
Hamilton ISD