Cypress Point is 754.89 acres with power, water and paved access located only an hour from Houston, TX. A large 7,200 sf metal building located on the front of the property makes for a great equipment building or could be converted into a barndominium or lodge. A portion of the property is under conservation easement allowing for the landscape and habitat to be preserved into perpetuity. Wildlife roam the property in abundance with with white-tailed deer and hogs being seen on the property daily. Alligators, bullfrogs, and fish find homes in the ponds and wetland areas. Dove, waterfowl, and dozens of other species of migratory birds utilize the vast amount of habitat on the property. Multiple waterfowl units are strategically set up for managing migratory bird habitat and water levels. There are several deer stands and feeders on the property set up for hunting and wildlife viewing. Over 10 miles of interior roads create a system for easy access of vehicles, ATVs, horse riding trails, hiking trails, etc. If you are looking for a hunting or recreational ranch with close proximity to Houston, finding one this size and within an hour of downtown is an extreme rarity. Additional acreage available.
LOCATION
9 Minutes from Hardin, TX
1 hour from Houston, TX
1 hour from George Bush Intercontinental Airport
1 hour from William P. Hobby Airport
4 hours from Dallas, TX
4 hours from Austin, TX
TOPOGRAPHY, RANGELAND & HABITAT
Historically utilized for row crops and rice farming, this property was converted to preserve the natural ecosystems in 2012. Thousands of hardwood trees were planted along with native plants and grasses to restore this property into a habitat and wildlife-rich landscape for generations.
WILDLIFE
The ranch is full of habitat allowing the wildlife to flourish. White-tailed deer and hogs are seen on the property regularly and in abundance. Ducks and all manner of waterfowl utilize the property throughout the year. Alligators and bullfrogs find a home in the canals and waterways. The diverse amount of habitat on the ranch allows for the viewing of dozens of different species of birds. The 4-acre pond is stocked and full of bass making for a fun fishing spot.
AGRICULTURE
The majority of the property is under a conservation easement that does not allow for commercial agriculture. Several areas are outside of the conservation easement that are open for agriculture. There are 15 acres around the metal building and main entrance that are fenced and unrestricted allowing for horses, cows, livestock, etc.
IMPROVEMENTS
Electricity and water are connected to a 60′ X 120′ metal building on a concrete slab. The 7,200 sf metal building makes for a great barn with ample room for storage of equipment and gear. This metal building also provides the opportunity to transform it into a barndominium by finishing out the inside of the structure.
WATER
City water is available from the county road. There is a residential water well on site as well as an older commercial water well that was historically used to irrigate rice fields.
ELECTRICITY
Electricity is located on the property.
MINERALS
Surface estate only.
AREA HISTORY
This area is known as a “Conservation Neighborhood”. In total, there are over 4,000 acres of neighboring landowners that are under a conservation easement. These conservation lands cannot be subdivided creating a unique location that is protected from development for generations. This large block of privately owned conservation land allows for this region to remain a habitat and wildlife-rich area into perpetuity.