A Secluded South Texas Ranch with Timeless Craftsmanship

77.06-Acre Custom Ranch Estate | 573 FM 799, George West, Texas

A Secluded South Texas Ranch with Timeless Craftsmanship and Natural Beauty

Some properties offer beautiful land. Others offer remarkable homes. At 573 FM 799 in George West, Texas, you will discover both.

Tucked away approximately half a mile from the road, this exceptional custom-built ranch home enjoys a secluded setting surrounded by 77.06 acres of rolling South Texas countryside. Built around 1978 by respected local builder Butch Kaasse, the expansive 4,304-square-foot brick residence reflects a level of craftsmanship, warmth and architectural character that continues to distinguish it today.

Majestic live oak trees spread their branches across the grounds, creating a peaceful setting where deer and other native wildlife are frequently observed. From the spacious covered patio, enjoy quiet mornings watching wildlife move through the property, a feature especially treasured by the current owners.

With scattered palms, two earthen stock tanks, established trails and thoughtfully developed improvements, this Live Oak County ranch offers a beautiful balance of privacy, recreation and country living.

Interior | A Home Built with Character and Purpose

The craftsmanship is immediately apparent upon entering the home. A step down into the expansive great room reveals soaring vaulted wood ceilings, substantial exposed beams and warm brick accents that create a rich, inviting atmosphere.

The centerpiece is an extraordinary floor-to-ceiling wood-burning fireplace constructed from collected petrified wood. More than an architectural feature, it is a beautiful expression of the home's history and individuality.

The spacious kitchen has been opened to the adjoining living areas, creating an open-concept design that brings the heart of the home together. Generous windows overlook the surrounding grounds, bringing natural light and views of the ranch into everyday living.

The home features four bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms, including a spacious primary bedroom with an attached full bathroom. Additional bedrooms offer generous accommodations, with built-in headboards in select rooms and a Jack-and-Jill bathroom connecting two bedrooms.

Interior Highlights

• Approximately 4,304 square feet of living space
• Four spacious bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms
• Primary bedroom with attached full ensuite bathroom
• Expansive step-down great room with vaulted wood ceilings and exposed beams
• Floor-to-ceiling wood-burning fireplace constructed with collected petrified wood
• Open-concept kitchen and living areas
• Extensive wood cabinetry, generous countertops and ample storage
• Beautiful brick accents, natural wood finishes and distinctive architectural details
• Jack-and-Jill bathroom connecting two bedrooms
• Built-in headboards in select bedrooms
• Large windows overlooking the surrounding live oaks and ranch landscape

Exterior | 77.06 Acres of Privacy and Natural Beauty

The approach to the residence is part of the experience. Traveling approximately half a mile into the property, the surrounding countryside gradually gives way to an inviting ranch home shaded by magnificent live oak trees.

Set well back from the roadway, the home enjoys a secluded location that allows the owners to appreciate the natural surroundings and observe wildlife from the comfort of their covered patio.

The brick exterior, composition roof, beautiful rock retaining wall and generous covered front patio complement the natural setting.

Beyond the residence, the land unfolds across 77.06 acres of rolling terrain with open areas, native vegetation, mature trees and established trails. Two earthen stock tanks enhance the ranch landscape and its recreational appeal.

Exterior and Ranch Features

• 77.06 acres in Live Oak County, Texas
• Currently under wildlife agricultural tax valuation
• Rolling terrain with open pasture and wooded areas
• Magnificent mature live oaks and scattered palm trees
• Residence situated approximately half a mile off the road
• Solid brick exterior with composition shingle roof
• Beautiful rock retaining wall
• Spacious covered front patio, ideal for wildlife watching
• High fencing along one side and low fencing along the remaining three sides
• Two earthen stock tanks
• Established trails for walking, running, bicycling and ranch recreation
• Three water wells, two currently in use
• On-site septic system
• Wildlife including white-tailed deer, turkey, quail, dove, feral hogs, coyotes and bobcats

Ranch Improvements | Space for Work, Storage and Recreation

The ranch includes a collection of practical improvements that support country living, equipment storage, livestock activities and outdoor enjoyment.

A substantial five-car garage provides generous covered parking and extensive storage space. An additional full bathroom in the garage is especially convenient for guests enjoying the outdoor amenities without needing to enter the main residence.

The metal workshop features a separate 200-amp electrical service, providing a dedicated space for equipment, projects and ranch maintenance.

Existing livestock pens include a concrete water trough with piped water, adding functionality for agricultural use.

Additional Improvements

• Five-car garage with abundant storage and a full bathroom
• Metal workshop with separate 200-amp electrical service
• Existing livestock pens with concrete water trough and piped water
• Covered outdoor pavilion with green metal roof
• Greenhouse and established gardening facilities
• Three water wells, two currently in use
• Underground irrigation system

Gardens and Outdoor Living | A Special Part of the Ranch

For those who appreciate gardening, growing their own produce and spending time outdoors, this property offers an impressive established garden area.

The enclosed garden includes ten raised beds measuring approximately 8 feet by 4 feet, along with four additional planting beds measuring approximately 50 feet by 2 feet. An automatic watering and fertilizer delivery system supports the growing areas.

Established pecan, peach and fig trees are also connected to an automatic watering system, while an 11-zone underground sprinkler system serves the landscaped grounds.

Garden and Irrigation Features

• Enclosed garden with ten 8' x 4' raised planting beds
• Four additional 50' x 2' planting beds
• Automatic garden watering and fertilizer system
• Pecan, peach and fig trees with automatic irrigation
• Eleven-zone underground sprinkler system
• Greenhouse for gardening and plant cultivation

Nearby, a spacious covered pavilion with a green metal roof provides a beautiful outdoor gathering area beneath the live oaks. Whether entertaining guests, enjoying a meal outdoors or spending a quiet afternoon surrounded by nature, this setting is one of the property's many appealing features.

Wildlife, Recreation and Ranch Lifestyle

The combination of rolling acreage, mature trees, open pasture, wooded areas and earthen stock tanks provides a setting well suited for recreational and rural pursuits.

Native wildlife includes white-tailed deer, turkey, quail, dove, feral hogs, coyotes and bobcats.

Established trails offer opportunities to explore the property on foot, by bicycle or ranch vehicle, while the existing livestock improvements, workshop, gardens and water infrastructure add versatility to the acreage.

Whether envisioned as a full-time ranch residence, a South Texas retreat or a place to enjoy gardening, livestock and outdoor recreation, the property offers a wonderful combination of space and established improvements.

Location | George West, Live Oak County, Texas

Located along FM 799 near George West, the ranch offers the privacy of a rural setting with access to the conveniences of town and the surrounding South Texas region.

George West and Three Rivers provide nearby services, while connections to major highways allow travel toward San Antonio, Corpus Christi and Houston.

The property's location makes it appealing to those seeking the quiet of ranch living without losing access to regional destinations.

A Property with a Story Worth Continuing

There is something meaningful about a home that has stood for nearly half a century, surrounded by the land and trees that have become part of its character.

The soaring wood ceilings, collected petrified wood fireplace, expansive living spaces and custom craftsmanship tell one part of the story. The majestic live oaks, rolling acreage, established gardens and wildlife tell the rest.

At 573 FM 799, the opportunity is not simply to own 77.06 acres and a substantial custom residence. It is to enjoy a distinctive piece of South Texas countryside and continue its story.