Eagle Lake Ranch

Eagle Lake Ranch is a premier 591 +/- acre recreational property where exceptional topography, superb water resources, and diverse wildlife habitat come together to create a rare East Texas offering. With over 200 feet of elevation change, two scenic lakes, mature hardwoods, pine timber, and open pastures, the ranch showcases a level of terrain and character seldom found in the region. Offering dramatic views and a secluded feel rarely available this close to Dallas, the property provides the experience of a remote mountain retreat while remaining just 1.5 hours from the Metroplex. Centered around a 32 +/- acre lake, Eagle Lake Ranch offers outstanding opportunities for hunting, fishing, recreation, and future development. The property is thoughtfully maintained and ready to enjoy, featuring a spacious home, established hunting infrastructure, multiple access points, and existing utilities. Whether envisioned as a private getaway, a premier hunting property, or a long-term legacy investment, Eagle Lake Ranch offers the scale, versatility, and natural beauty that define exceptional recreational land ownership. LOCATION: Located in the northeast corner of Henderson County just south of Brownsboro, the ranch offers a private East Texas setting while remaining within easy reach of Dallas and Tyler. Its convenient location provides the seclusion of a recreational property without sacrificing access to everyday amenities. Approximate driving distances: 2.5 miles to Brownsboro 15 miles to Lake Palestine 20 miles to Athens 22 miles to Tyler 90 miles to Dallas Brownsboro provides convenient access to everyday essentials, while nearby Tyler serves as the region's commercial hub with excellent dining, shopping, healthcare, and entertainment. Just 15 miles away, Lake Palestine offers championship golf, waterfront dining, boating, fishing, and a variety of recreational opportunities. IMPROVEMENTS: The ranch offers a strong foundation of improvements supporting both recreational use and comfortable living. The centerpiece is a 5,145 +/- square foot home featuring a private primary suite, spacious kitchen, dedicated office, wet bar, laundry room, formal dining room, sitting room, and an expansive living room with soaring ceilings. An attached two-car garage provides added convenience. Upstairs includes six additional bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a large game room providing ample space for family, guests, or hunting groups. Additional improvements include a large pole barn for equipment storage, multiple established entrances, and utilities already in place to support future expansion. WATER: Water is a defining feature of the property, highlighted by a scenic 32 +/- acre lake fed by Horn Branch. A substantial drive-across dam, fishing pier, island, and strategically placed brush piles create an inviting setting for recreational fishing while enhancing fish habitat and the lake's overall character. A second 1.38 +/- acre lake provides additional fishing opportunities, supports local wildlife, and further enhances the property's recreational appeal. Together, the two lakes add year-round enjoyment and contribute to the ranch's natural beauty. HUNTING & WILDLIFE: The ranch has been carefully managed as a private recreational property and offers exceptional habitat for both hunting and wildlife viewing. Mature hardwoods, towering pines, open pastures, significant topography, and dependable water create ideal conditions for a wide variety of native wildlife. The property supports healthy populations of whitetail deer, feral hogs, dove, and waterfowl, with frequent wildlife sightings throughout. Bald eagles are also commonly observed hunting and nesting around the lake, adding to the unique natural character of the ranch. Several established hunting blinds are already in place, providing a turnkey setup for the next owner. LAND & TOPOGRAPHY: The ranch showcases some of the most dramatic topography found in the region, with more than 200 feet of elevation change ranging from approximately 420 feet to 630 feet. This creates a landscape of elevated ridges, wooded draws, and natural drainage corridors rarely found in East Texas. The high point offers an exceptional potential homesite with panoramic views of the surrounding area. With selective clearing, this elevated vantage point could become a remarkable setting for a future residence or gathering space. A diverse mix of mature hardwoods, native pines, open pastures, and wooded draws creates both scenic beauty and functional wildlife habitat, giving the property a true sense of scale and distinction. With thoughtful timber management, including future thinning and stewardship practices, the ranch also presents a potential revenue resource while enhancing overall forest health and long-term land value. MINERALS: Contact broker for more information CONCLUSION: Eagle Lake Ranch represents a rare opportunity to own a recreational property combining dramatic elevation, quality water, diverse habitat, and convenient access. Whether enjoyed as a private retreat, hunting property, or future legacy estate, the ranch offers the natural resources and versatility that define exceptional ownership.