Stephen Schwartz
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The 1,452±-acre Cooper Ranch is located approximately 8 miles northeast of Naples, Texas, with 1.3 miles of frontage along U.S. Highway 67 and additional access from two county roads. The ranch is situated within approximately a 2-hour, 45-minute drive of Dallas, offering convenient access to a remarkable recreational property.
Well-watered and exceptionally diverse, Cooper Ranch combines productive timber, abundant wildlife habitat, extensive water resources, quality improvements, and a turnkey recreational infrastructure. More than 500 acres of professionally planted loblolly pine, along with native pine and mature hardwoods, have been selectively thinned and managed to improve timber value, enhance wildlife habitat, and open scenic views and sight lines throughout the ranch.
Multiple creeks traverse the property, feeding a network of lakes, ponds, sloughs, and managed waterfowl impoundments. More than 18 impoundments have been strategically managed to provide outstanding waterfowl habitat, including several units that can be drained, planted, and flooded on demand.
The ranch's improvements are strategically positioned near the southern end of the property and include a meticulously maintained approximately 2,100±-square-foot log home and an impressive 17,000-square-foot steel-frame barn. An extensive internal road system—much of it elevated and improved for all-weather access—provides dependable connectivity throughout the ranch.
Wildlife is abundant, with excellent opportunities for hunting and observation of whitetail deer, red stag, dove, and migratory and resident waterfowl. Located approximately 2 miles north of the Sulphur River and near White Oak Creek Wildlife Management Area and Wright Patman Recreation Area, Cooper Ranch benefits from its position within a well-established regional flyway.
The current ownership has thoughtfully developed and managed the ranch to create a highly functional recreational property with a rare combination of water, timber, wildlife, infrastructure, and privacy.
Location: Cooper Ranch is located in southwestern Bowie County, approximately 8 miles northeast of Naples, Texas, and within approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes of Dallas.
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Timber & Landscape: The ranch features gently rolling to nearly level topography with elevations ranging from approximately 240 to 285 feet above sea level. Much of the property is well-drained, with numerous natural and man-made drainages and an extensive system of improved, elevated roads providing access across the ranch.
The landscape consists of a balanced combination of open pasture, mature hardwood bottoms, native pine, and approximately 500 acres of planted loblolly pine in various mature age classes. An additional 200± acres consist of native pine and mixed hardwood timber.
Timber throughout the ranch has been selectively thinned and managed to improve forest health, enhance wildlife habitat, create scenic views, and open sight lines across the property. Mature timber along Bassett Creek, Kruse Branch, and other drainage corridors provide excellent natural habitat for wildlife as well.
Native and managed vegetation includes red and white oak, sycamore, black gum, hickory, pine, cedar, and persimmon, with willow, water oak, and river birch concentrated along the creeks and wetland corridors.
The ranch is notably private, with no visible neighboring structures from much of the property. The combination of timber, open ground, water, and thoughtfully managed habitat creates a diverse landscape suited to recreation, hunting, timber production, and long-term enjoyment.
Ask Broker for a detailed timber management plan.
Water & Fisheries: Water is one of Cooper Ranch's defining features. The property contains an extensive network of lakes, ponds, creeks, sloughs, and managed impoundments supporting fisheries, wildlife, waterfowl, and year-round recreation.
Fishing Lakes
Two bass-fishing lakes are located near the main home, measuring approximately 6.2 and 9.5 acres. Both lakes support bass, crappie, bluegill, and abundant baitfish.
An additional 7.3±-acre lake is located just northwest of the home and provides year-round water. It has recently served as both a waterfowl resting area and a dependable water source for the surrounding dove field, which is planted annually.
Creeks & Drainages
During periods of high water, portions of Bassett Creek and Kruse Branch create flooded-timber habitat that can provide exceptional waterfowl hunting opportunities.
Managed Waterfowl Impoundments
The ranch contains 18 separate impoundments totaling more than 229± acres of surface water, with individual ponds ranging from approximately 3.9 to 31± acres in size.
The impoundments have been purposefully managed for waterfowl:
Four additional ponds located north of the primary waterfowl units provide secluded roosting habitat within the timber. These ponds measure approximately 3.1, 4.4, 5.3, and 6.8± in size.
With its proximity to the Sulphur River, White Oak Creek Wildlife Management Area, and Wright Patman Recreation Area, Cooper Ranch is strategically positioned to attract migrating waterfowl and provide valuable feeding, resting, and roosting habitat.
Ask Broker for a detailed water management plan.
Wildlife: Approximately 359± acres of the ranch are enclosed within an 8-foot game fence and support a healthy, manageable population of whitetail deer and red stag. A 2.5±-acre soft-release pen is located within the high-fenced area.
The remainder of the ranch supports healthy populations of free-ranging whitetail deer, squirrel, dove, and abundant migratory and resident waterfowl.
The property's combination of timber, pasture, agricultural openings, water, and managed habitat provides a wide variety of hunting and wildlife-viewing opportunities.
Soils: The ranch consists of Ashford clay (~59%), Bryarly clay loam (~18%), Woodtell very fine sandy loam (~13%), Annona loam (~7%), with Gladewater clay along the frequently flooded creek bottoms.
Food Plots: Several areas across the ranch have been prepared for wildlife food plots and are strategically positioned for deer hunting and convenient access. Two bulk free-choice feeders support the existing management program.
Additional acreage could readily be converted to warm- and cool-season food plots with relatively minimal preparation. These areas would require plowing, planting, and, appropriate soil amendments. The ranch's productive soils are well-suited to a variety of seasonal plantings.
Roads & Fencing: Cooper Ranch features a secure perimeter and extensive internal infrastructure designed for dependable year-round access. Entry is through a steel-pipe high-fence gate, with additional access provided from the county road system.
Over 22 miles of maintained trails and roads traverse the property, much of which has been elevated and improved to provide reliable access during wet conditions. The road system also accommodates larger trucks, equipment, timber operations, hunting vehicles, and recreational use.
Bridges, culverts, and improved low-water crossings provide access across creeks and drainages, creating an efficient internal transportation network throughout the ranch.
Improvements: The improvements at Cooper Ranch were thoughtfully designed around comfort, functionality, and entertainment. From the placement of the structures to the quality of the finishes and supporting infrastructure, the improvements provide a turnkey base for family gatherings, hunting trips, ranch operations, and extended stays.
Main Home
The ranch features a custom-built 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom log home encompassing approximately 2,100 square feet. Built in 2019, the home combines rustic character with modern amenities and thoughtful craftsmanship.
A vaulted ceiling and open-concept living and kitchen area create an inviting gathering space. The kitchen features Wolf appliances, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, granite countertops, custom cabinetry and trim, and custom tile work.
The split-bedroom floor plan provides privacy for the primary suite and guests. The spacious primary bedroom opens to a large bath featuring dual lavatories, a copper bathtub, and an oversized walk-in shower.
The guest accommodations can sleep up to eight and include two sets of bunk beds, along with a guest bath featuring a walk-in shower, separate tub, lavatory, and custom tile.
Custom cypress trim and woodwork throughout the home contribute to its warm, refined ranch character.
Outside, a covered wrap-around porch provides views of the surrounding landscape, while a covered carport and separate mud/utility room add convenience. Overlooking one of the fishing ponds, a custom outdoor fireplace and sitting area create an ideal setting for relaxing with family and guests after a day afield.
The grounds surrounding the improvements are irrigated, and the home is equipped with a whole-house backup generator.
17,000±-Square-Foot Barn
Located adjacent to the main home, the 17,000±-square-foot clear-span steel-frame barn provides substantial space for equipment, vehicles, UTVs, boats, ranch supplies, and recreational gear.
The structure was constructed on drilled, cast-in-place concrete piers over a compacted SB2 base and features LED lighting throughout. A portion of the barn includes an 8-inch heavily reinforced concrete slab designed for boat and UTV parking, as well as an area suited for gathering around the smoker after a day of hunting.
Two storage containers with interior lighting and shelving provide additional organized space for tools and supplies.
An enclosed well house on the south side of the barn supplies water to both the barn and the main home.
Additional Homesite
A second homesite has been cleared and prepared for a slab immediately west of the lake near the main home. The site has its own private entrance from County Road 4239 and offers an excellent location for a guest house, cabin, or additional ranch residence.
The Ranch
Cooper Ranch offers an uncommon combination of scale, water, timber, wildlife, recreational infrastructure, and quality improvements. With extensive managed wetlands, productive timber, multiple fishing lakes, high-fenced game acreage, approximately 22 miles of internal roads, and a well-appointed main residence and barn, the property is positioned as a turnkey recreational ranch with the infrastructure already in place to enjoy the land from day one.
Easements: To our knowledge, there is one natural gas pipeline running east and west through the middle portion of the ranch. There are also several electrical service line easements running parallel to the road frontages and into the ranch to the improvements. There is also a Corp of Engineers flowage easement for Wright Patman Lake on a portion of the ranch. Ask Broker for easement details.
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Minerals: Ask Broker for details
Taxes: The property carries both agricultural and timber tax exemptions with a timber plan. 2025 property taxes were ~$10,000.
School District: Simms ISD
Buyers & Brokers: Buyer’s Agent/Broker must be identified upon first contact with Listing Agent/Broker and Buyer’s Agent/Broker must be present on initial property tour in order to participate in the real estate commission. Commission splits will be at the sole discretion of Hortenstine Ranch Company, LLC.
Price: $7,987,000 ($5,500/per acre)
Contact:
Stephen Schwartz- Agent
(903) 738-7882 mobile
stephen@hrcranch.com
