Striplin Marsh Ranch

Spiritual. This one word comes to mind when thinking about the grandeur and beauty found within the towering walls of timber outside Liberty, Texas, in a place named Striplin Marsh. A place teeming with wildlife, this property truly feels like a sanctuary. Be still and the breeze becomes a whisper and life is felt all around. Some properties are a testament to creation and the handiwork put into this landscape is living proof. Away from all the noise, this escape gives you a silence we all seek, one full of the soothing sounds nature provides. Personal retreat or corporate retreat, visitors to Striplin Marsh will all walk away feeling better than they arrived. For peace, adventure, or simply to bond, come visit Striplin Marsh. Give Dan Byerly a call at (325) 665-3489. Driving Directions: From Liberty, head north on Main St toward Sam Houston St 5.5 miles, continue onto N Hwy 146 N 6.7 miles, turn left onto Co Rd 2098 0.6 miles, slight left onto Co Rd 2099 1.2 miles, turn right 85 ft, turn right and destination will be on the right 0.2 miles. 30.2275874, -94.7602861 Location: Just 43 miles from downtown Houston, this property is a handy retreat from the hustle and bustle of the metro area. Liberty Municipal airport is about 20 minutes away and several other municipal or executive airports are within an hour. Acreage: Striplin Marsh is approximately 371 acres. Rainfall/Elevation: The average annual rainfall in Liberty County is in excess of 51 inches. The elevation in this area ranges between 45 and 55 feet above sea level. Cover: Strolling through the woods or out in the open grass fields, you still feel very alone. The tree varieties mesh together, inside the wooded area, to create a solid canopy that protects the ecosystem of other plants and wildlife below. The Whitetail deer and feral hogs find their way throughout the property moving from one side of the bayou to the next. Step outside the wooded areas and you start to take in the enormity of the trees that far exceed 100 years in age. Towering over the grass fields below, these sentries seem to guard the hay production as a mission that will go on for centuries to come; you can't help but feel protected in their presence. The marsh area opens up in the middle and that allows for some nice water fowl hunting. This large body of water, around 80 acres, is surrounded with thick cover and mature trees. The bird varieties change throughout the year, but all are highly attracted to the marsh. Pay attention, you might see an eagle. Out of the 90 acres of mixed hardwoods and open grassland, two of these open areas are highly productive. Grass production off the two 20-acre fields exceeds several hundred bales annually. A stroll through the property will be filled with beauty and a some nice scents too. Wild mint will get the senses going as you take in the variety of trees and plants that include Black Walnut, White Oak, Hickory, Sycamore, Button Willow, Sweet Gum, Dogwood, Mimosas, Magnolia, Eastern Redbud, Longleaf Pine, and some Hackberry and China Berry. Need more? Fig trees, Scuppernong grapes, Black Mustang grapes, Blackberry, and Muscadine grapes all provide opportunities to harvest the abundance from the property; make your favorite jam and share it with friends. Flowers and more are throughout as well as the mysterious Spanish Moss that lives in a symbiotic relationship with its host tree. Fences: Fences are proven for livestock. In the past 50 to 80 units have grazed the grassy areas; up to 100 units could be stocked with a supplemental feeding program. The property is cross fenced to rotate livestock. A few horses currently run loose in the trap behind the house and watching them play sure adds to the view. Utilities: Sam Houston Electric Co-op provides electricity. Propane is delivered by a local provider out of Dayton. All utilities should be verified by the buyer or buyer's representative. Water: Water to the house is supplied by the 420' water well. The property includes Striplin Marsh which encompasses around 80 acres and Knights Bayou. The property also has a surface pond. Water is to be verified by the buyer or buyer's representative. Hunting: With five duck blinds, six deer blinds, and two tree stands, this property is setup to hunt. The marsh attracts a variety of waterfowl and other birds. The ducks in abundance includes Teal, Gadwells, Widgeons, Wood Ducks, Blue bills, and an occasional Mallard. The Whitetail deer are healthy and produce good quality bucks. Feral hogs are in abundance and get big with all that the forest provides; these move in and out from the Trinity River that is nearby. The property does participate in the MLD program. The program allows for two tags per year to harvest alligators which can be found mostly in the marsh area. The property routinely harvests alligators between 8 to 12 feet in length. Residence and Improvements: At 3,200 square feet, this is where rustic meets modern. In 2010, the owner cut and milled cypress (on site) from the property to construct the first 1,600 square feet. This section of the home has 14 vaulted ceilings with an open concept, bringing the kitchen and dining areas and the living space into one. The large porch overlooks Striplin Marsh and is spacious enough for those large lounging rockers. The custom-built door takes you into the original cabin where you can find yourself a warm spot next to the antique 1908 stove on the hickory floor. In 2011 the owner added a modern twist by adding an extra two bedrooms and two bathrooms. A 1,600 square foot addition, the primary bedroom and bathroom take up the largest share of that added space. With four bedrooms total and two bathrooms, this single-story home is spacious and inviting. The primary bedroom measures 20x24 and includes an ensuite bathroom, measuring 20x14, that features dual sinks, garden tub, separate double shower, bidet, separate vanities, and more. The bedroom itself is large enough for a sitting area and has two walk-in closets that are massive. Bedroom #2 measures 14.5x14 and features built-in cabinets. Bedroom #3 measures 12x15 and bedroom #4 measures 14.5x16. The kitchen is in the original part of the home and measures 18x13. The kitchen includes a built-in range with commercial grade vent, dishwasher, electric oven and gas cooktop, two refrigerators and water softener. Next to the kitchen is the dining and it measures 21.5x13. The great room finishes off the original part of the home and measures 12.5x21. A private office can be found off the area with the kitchen and great room. The home also includes built-in features, cathedral ceilings, eat-in kitchen, flat screen wiring, kitchen island, and natural woodwork. Cable TV and high-speed internet are available. The laundry room is good sized and holds a full-size washer and dryer. The roof is metal. The flooring is mostly hardwood with some areas of marble. The water to the home is furnished by a 420 water well. The home also has an anaerobic septic system. Other improvements include a 3,200 square feet metal building shop that is insulated and lighted and three hay barns. Price: This property is priced at $3,600,000. The information contained herein is believed to be true and correct. However, Ekdahl Real Estate does not give any warranty for its accuracy. It is the buyer or buyers agent responsibility to verify all information. Please be advised that Ekdahl Real Estate represents the seller in this transaction. Buyers agent must be identified on first contact & must accompany buying prospect on all showings to be allowed full participation. If this condition is not met, fee participation will be at the sole discretion of Ekdahl Real Estate. No trespassing. Sellers agent must be present for showings. Since 1980, Ekdahl Real Estate has been a leader in West Texas real estate, providing world-class service to clients throughout Texas and Oklahoma. A full-service brokerage, Ekdahl specializes in farm and ranch, recreational, residential, and commercial properties, providing clients with an exceptional buying and selling experience. Headquartered in Stamford, Texas, Ekdahl also has offices located in Abilene, Anson, Aspermont, and Rotan, with dedicated and knowledgeable agents serving the areas. Visit ekdahlrealestate.net for more information and to view current properties.