Block 217, Section 11, Tract 8727, 20 Surveyed Acres in Big Bend Valley. This scenic property sits up close to Red Bluff Mountain. It is only 3.9 Miles off Highway 118 S. 8727 and is off-grid and approximately 66 miles from Alpine. To get a close-up view on your computer, use Google Earth Pro (a free app) Put your lat & long in the box at the left-hand top corner and select search. This should take you down to the property for a close-up view. You can build what you want, when, and if you want, with No restrictions. It is recommended to get a survey before building anything permanent. This property already has a recent survey. Terlingua Ranch is platted and filed at the courthouse in Brewster County, and some properties have surveys, but not all of them. Our office will take you and walk you to the corners as we have them mapped out, but we are not surveyors. There are a couple of reliable licensed companies in our area. Beingoff-gridmeans there is no electricity or water on the property. If you do not already have electric poles/services on your chosen property, then it is safe to say "close" means nothing. Electric companies do not "give" you easements, nor do your neighbors. Solar or generators are the best power sources, and water catchment is inexpensive and reliable compared to drilling a well. There are Some folks who can assist you in setting these up when you are ready. Banks donotloan on any property not located on a highway or county road, so all sales are cash. Closing can take about 30-45 days from the date of the accepted contract. Of course, that is +- since we depend on holidays, fed ex, mail & other outside factors. We do closeeverythingthrough title companies. Just FYI- all funds are wired to the title company. DoNOTgive cash or any form of currency to anyone upfront. Cost to close is for the buyers- $35+-filing fees, l-year maintenance fee & $450 escrow fee. That is what the title company charges for doing your work. The seller also pays an escrow fee. The title company pays these fees at closing for you. Not all title companies have the same fees, but this is what you can expect. The Terlingua Ranch has a yearly road fee of $193, which changes some each year with the cost of living. The Lodge itself is located 16 miles off Highway 118 and is paved most of the way, with about three remaining miles not paved. They have cabins, RV and tent camping, a swimming pool, and a cafe. There is a dirt runway for fly-in guests. You will find the main office is staffed with friendly and helpful folks. They do not sell any properties as the ranch was sold out in the early 70″s. They maintain a very informative website that can answer some of your questions. We welcome you to our piece of paradise. Bring your own high-clearance vehicle and dress for the weather. Carry more water and snacks than you think you need since you always need more at some point. Please ask us questions as you journey to find your slice of heaven. We do our best to keep you in the loop. 'Looking forward to meeting you! Please call in advance to schedule a showing. Thank you! Most of our listings are firm prices, but we welcome written offers from our buyers.
