Houston County
Freshwell Ranch
2030 CR 1640 Grapeland, TX 75844
Description
Freshwell Ranch offers a balanced mix of productive pasture, wooded drainages, rolling elevation, surface water, and residential and ranch improvements near Grapeland and northeast of Crockett. The land is mostly open with scattered timbered draws and a valley-like setting shaped by surrounding hills. Elevation is reported to range from about 396 feet ASL to about 482 feet ASL, creating long interior views from multiple hilltops and from the log home site. Four ponds are reported on the property, totaling just over nine acres of surface water at capacity, with the largest pond positioned below the home in the northern portion of the tract. The overall layout supports agricultural use, livestock, hay production, equipment storage, and recreational enjoyment, with the added benefit of a whole-house generator supporting the residential improvements.
Access And Setting
Access is from CR 1640 by way of a long white rock driveway with an automatic gate. The driveway winds around a mature block of mixed timber before reaching the home on a ridge. This approach gives the property a private-feeling interior layout while still using a public road access point. Road frontage length, road surface, access rights, and road maintenance responsibility should be verified before publication.
Terrain, Views And Land Cover
The property is defined by rolling topography, open pasture, wooded drainages, and scattered hilltops in the northwest, southwest, southern, and eastern portions of the land. The terrain creates a series of elevated viewpoints and lower drainage areas that add visual interest and useful separation between pasture, water, timber, and improvements. The home is reported to sit near 450 feet ASL and looks toward the larger pond roughly 40 feet below. Mature mixed timber is concentrated between the home and CR 1640, with additional wooded drainages across the property. Native tree species and detailed vegetation should be verified, but the provided notes describe mixed timber, pasture grasses, and managed open areas.
Water Features
Surface water is a key feature, with four ponds totaling just over nine acres at capacity. The largest pond is estimated at just under five acres when full and sits below the ridge where the home is located. The ponds add practical water sources for ranch use and recreational appeal, and they contribute to the property’s views from the home and raised deck areas. Pond acreage, depth, water source, dam condition, and seasonal water levels should be verified.
Home And Living Improvements
The log home was constructed in 2007 and is estimated to contain approximately 3,061 square feet of gross living area. The first level includes three bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a large living room with vaulted ceilings, a large kitchen, a breakfast nook, and a dining room. A large second-level loft overlooks the living room. The attic areas on both sides of the loft are reported to be decked and may provide additional storage or future configuration options, subject to buyer due diligence, code review, and contractor evaluation. The home includes a covered entry porch facing the driveway and raised east-facing decks, with two covered sides and an open front area oriented toward views across the land. A whole-house generator is also included, adding backup power support for the residence.
Barn, Shop And Ranch Infrastructure
The property includes a detached two-car garage near the home and a large all-steel structure measuring approximately 84 feet by 100 feet. The structure is described as part barn area with multiple horse stalls, part shop and office, and a large covered area used for hay and equipment storage. The barn, shop, and shed structure was constructed in 2007, according to provided notes. This improvement supports livestock, hay, equipment, tool storage, and general ranch operations.
Utilities
Utilities provided include HCEC electric service, a water well, a propane tank on the property, and a whole-house generator. Septic, internet availability, utility capacity, well condition, generator specifications, transfer switch, fuel source, service history, propane ownership, and service providers should be verified. The combination of electric service, well water, propane, and backup power infrastructure supports the home and working improvements, subject to inspection and confirmation.
Agricultural And Recreational Use
The pastures are described as well maintained and have a history of grass production for cattle grazing and hay production. The mix of open ground, wooded drainages, ponds, and elevation changes also supports recreational use. Timber edges, drainage corridors, and pond margins create varied habitat conditions for native wildlife, although specific observed wildlife species should be verified before use in marketing. The land’s layout gives flexibility for grazing, hay, equestrian use, pond recreation, hunting, and general rural enjoyment, subject to applicable laws, seasons, and buyer objectives.
Area Context
The property is positioned near Grapeland, northeast of Crockett, and within reach of Palestine, Elkhart, and other Piney Woods communities. The surrounding area offers small-town services, agricultural history, historic sites, public forest recreation, fishing waters, parks, and local events. Nearby public recreation references to verify include Davy Crockett National Forest, Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area, Mission Tejas Park, Caddo Mounds, and historic railroad excursions from Palestine and Rusk. Public hunting and fishing opportunities should be confirmed through the appropriate agency resources, current regulations, permits, seasons, rules, and access requirements before publishing.
Summary
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Details
- Access from CR 1640 by a long white rock driveway with an automatic gate.
- CR 1640 frontage is indicated, exact frontage length and road maintenance should be verified.
- Rolling pastureland w/wooded drainages, scattered hilltops, mature mixed timber & reported elevation 396' to 482' ASL.
- 4 ponds totaling just over 9 acres at capacity, with the largest pond estimated at just under 5 acres when full.
- Utilities include HCEC electric service, water well, propane tank, and whole-house generator.
- Improvements include a 3061 sf log home, detached 2 car gar, all steel barn, office, horse stall, hay & equip storage
- Pastures have a history of cattle grazing and hay production, with mixed agricultural and recreational use potential.
- Fencing, cross fencing, boundary condition, generator specs, & any income or lease details to be verified.
- Ag Exemption is currently in place.
- All descriptions and exhibits are considered to be reliable but should be verified by buyer or buyer's agent.
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Housing
3BD / 2BA / 1HB
3061± sqft
Built in 2007
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