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RED SANDS PRIVATE RANCH RIVER RESORT
Starting Bid: $3,200
Imagine your own private ranch resort! Pearl Hill Country Get-A-Way!
Red Sands Ranch – River Resort located in Mason, Texas. 2 nights, 3 days for 16 guests
Our sincere thanks to John Gilbert, owner, for his hospitality and generous special arrangements in creating the Pearl Hill Country Get-a-Way.
Red Sands Ranch – River Resort located in Mason, Texas. 2 nights, 3 days for 16 guests
Our sincere thanks to John Gilbert, owner, for his hospitality and generous special arrangements in creating the Pearl Hill Country Get-a-Way.
Private tennis/pool, new airstrip; with seven rustic, luxury, native-stone cabins, poolside cabana, 140’ 4-story waterslide, lighted tennis court, 2850’ airstrip, fitness center, full-court basketball, game room, hot tub, river rapids, fishing, abundant wildlife, miles of trails, and plenty of other activities for all ages. Riverfront, golf in near-by Mason, fishing, kayaking, biking, golf carts.
Availability: Monday through Thursday, Fall 2019. Dates to be arranged with owner.
Red Sands Ranch is located on the crystal-clear Llano River between the towns of Mason and Fredericksburg and is the perfect spot for family or friends reunions, or even tennis team retreats. There are four self-contained rock cabins plus 2 separate bunk-type units, a vintage Airstream, a Party Shed with LED TV, billiards and ping-pong, and a tennis court, all surrounding a massive 53ft pool with spa, grotto, and luxury Cabana with full stainless kitchen, WIFI, and 55 inch flat screen.
The nearly 1/2 mile of fast-flowing, rock-bottom Llano River runs from the deep pools and spectacular 200ft red sandstone cliffs at the west end of the ranch, to more deep water and limestone bluffs to the east. A meandering path leads down to the perfect spot in the river to set a few lounge chairs and relax under an umbrella while guests shoot the rapids in a tube or one of the available kayaks. For fisherman or paddlers, there is an amazing 2-3 hour trip that terminates at the ranch which is the highlight of one of the top twenty paddling trips in the state of Texas. The ranch foreman lives on the property about a mile away and is usually available to assist with whatever arises. For horse owners, there is a corral, tack room, covered stall, and miles of trails. And, of course, there are plenty of lounge chairs around the pool with separate hot tub and a secret 'mine shaft' cave with a little surprise inside explorers will enjoy. Red Sands Ranch is a special place.
Accommodations: Total of seven (7) separate units. All air-conditioned with additional space heating, and hot water (plus spa heat) provided by one of the largest solar heating installations in the Hill Country. Auction Package includes a total of 16 guests.
(1) The Fish Camp - a native sandstone cabin with local river-rock fireplace and chimney. The covered back porch includes a hammock and overlooks the river and huge pecan trees below. There is a full size pull-out futon downstairs and two full size beds in a sleeping loft -- accessible via ladder, plus an extra rollaway bed downstairs. The bath features an antique clawfoot tub and an outdoor hot shower.
(2) Lorenz House - the largest of the 6 cabins, named after the pioneer family that settled this section of the ranch in the mid-1800's. There is a queen futon sofa down and stairs lead to an upper loft with a queen bed and a trundle with two twin beds. This cabin is also built with local materials and sandstone walls inside and out from the century old rock fences found throughout the ranch, and includes a covered porch swing with views of the bluffs and mountains across the river.
(3) The Bunkhouse - 4 twin beds and a sink/vanity with beautiful views from a balcony cantilevered out over the pool. Note that access to the detached full bathroom is via lighted gravel pathway.
(4) Riverside Cottage - This Fredericksburg limestone cabin is the most private and has the best views of the river from inside the cabin or on the covered back deck from the hammock, rocking chairs, or cedar porch swing. There is a huge masonry fireplace and the unit sleeps 6-8 with a queen bed and futon sofa down and a full bed in the upstairs bedroom, along with two twin beds.
(5) Sunday House - an updated historic representation of the quaint Fredericksburg homes built by the German pioneer ranchers for weekends when they came to town for church and supplies. This luxury unit features a king bed with full ADA compliant (wheelchair accessible) bathroom and covered porch with swing and easy access to the pool area and Cabana.
(6) Sunday Loft - this bunk-style unit is located on the upper level of the Sunday House (with a separate entrance) and sleeps up to eight with four double beds and a half-bath. Access to an additional full bath via lighted pathway.
(7) The 'Sixty-Eight' -- New! - Beautifully renovated vintage airstream with a queen and two twin beds plus a full kitchen and bath.
The cabins are situated around a poolside cabana and a beautifully landscaped grilling area which includes a large charcoal grill, huge picnic table, smoker, firepit, and covered 'cantina' with four lounge chairs.
Common Area:
- Striking 53' free-form pool and poolside open-air cabana with full kitchen constructed of old barnwood ceilings supported by huge hand-made wooden trusses. There is an over-sized gas grill, small oven, dishwasher, two refrigerator/freezers, built-in microwave, two sinks, soapstone countertops, marine-grade mahogany cabinetry, WIFI, 55in LCD satellite television with theater sound, BluRayDVD, and iPod inputs with speakers located throughout the pool complex. In the wintertime or during inclement weather, the unique steel and glass doors can be lowered to fully enclose the room.
- The Shack Party Shed. A favorite hangout area for the kids, features a flatscreen TV with Wii game console, dartboard, billiards with a competition-grade, removable top for table tennis, and lots of eclectic neon lighting and decor.
- Fitness Center with treadmill, recumbent bicycle, universal weight machine, dumbells, sit-up bench, and pull-up/dip bars, satellite TV, and workout towels provided.
- The fully lighted tennis court includes a practice wall, and full-court basketball.
Property:
- Rolling hill country terrain with large stands of Live Oaks hundreds of years old and mountain views in all directions. In addition to horses and Angus cattle, wildlife is abundant and includes whitetail and axis deer, antelope, turkey, foxes, coyotes, bobcats, quail, dove, roadrunners, ducks/geese, eagles and more. The breath-taking stretch of river on the ranch includes everything from fast-moving rapids over a solid rock bottom for most of the length (where hard-fighting Guadalupe Bass are common) to slow, deep water at either end (where catfish as large as 35 lbs have been caught). Note: river activities may be affected by drought conditions.
Disclaimer: Red Sands is a working Texas cattle ranch with inherent risks and hazards including, but not limited to, rough terrain, heavy equipment, deep and/or fast-moving water, wild animals, livestock, etc. and may not be ideal for vegetarians or poorly supervised children.
Location:
Located on the Llano River with the quaint town of Mason, just 9 miles away with gas, groceries, and lots of shops around the historic courthouse square. Fredericksburg with all of its shopping and attractions is about 35 miles to the south down winding country roads. One favorite nearby attraction is the Eckert Bat Cave where millions of Mexican Free-tail bats can be seen emerging from the cave on summer evenings -- about 10 mi away.
Austin and San Antonio Airports are each 2hrs away. Mason County Airport (T92) is about 15 mi.
Availability: Monday through Thursday, Fall 2019. Dates to be arranged with owner.
Red Sands Ranch is located on the crystal-clear Llano River between the towns of Mason and Fredericksburg and is the perfect spot for family or friends reunions, or even tennis team retreats. There are four self-contained rock cabins plus 2 separate bunk-type units, a vintage Airstream, a Party Shed with LED TV, billiards and ping-pong, and a tennis court, all surrounding a massive 53ft pool with spa, grotto, and luxury Cabana with full stainless kitchen, WIFI, and 55 inch flat screen.
The nearly 1/2 mile of fast-flowing, rock-bottom Llano River runs from the deep pools and spectacular 200ft red sandstone cliffs at the west end of the ranch, to more deep water and limestone bluffs to the east. A meandering path leads down to the perfect spot in the river to set a few lounge chairs and relax under an umbrella while guests shoot the rapids in a tube or one of the available kayaks. For fisherman or paddlers, there is an amazing 2-3 hour trip that terminates at the ranch which is the highlight of one of the top twenty paddling trips in the state of Texas. The ranch foreman lives on the property about a mile away and is usually available to assist with whatever arises. For horse owners, there is a corral, tack room, covered stall, and miles of trails. And, of course, there are plenty of lounge chairs around the pool with separate hot tub and a secret 'mine shaft' cave with a little surprise inside explorers will enjoy. Red Sands Ranch is a special place.
Accommodations: Total of seven (7) separate units. All air-conditioned with additional space heating, and hot water (plus spa heat) provided by one of the largest solar heating installations in the Hill Country. Auction Package includes a total of 16 guests.
- Estate 5000 sq. ft
- Bedrooms: 9
- Bathrooms: 6
- Half Baths: 1
(1) The Fish Camp - a native sandstone cabin with local river-rock fireplace and chimney. The covered back porch includes a hammock and overlooks the river and huge pecan trees below. There is a full size pull-out futon downstairs and two full size beds in a sleeping loft -- accessible via ladder, plus an extra rollaway bed downstairs. The bath features an antique clawfoot tub and an outdoor hot shower.
(2) Lorenz House - the largest of the 6 cabins, named after the pioneer family that settled this section of the ranch in the mid-1800's. There is a queen futon sofa down and stairs lead to an upper loft with a queen bed and a trundle with two twin beds. This cabin is also built with local materials and sandstone walls inside and out from the century old rock fences found throughout the ranch, and includes a covered porch swing with views of the bluffs and mountains across the river.
(3) The Bunkhouse - 4 twin beds and a sink/vanity with beautiful views from a balcony cantilevered out over the pool. Note that access to the detached full bathroom is via lighted gravel pathway.
(4) Riverside Cottage - This Fredericksburg limestone cabin is the most private and has the best views of the river from inside the cabin or on the covered back deck from the hammock, rocking chairs, or cedar porch swing. There is a huge masonry fireplace and the unit sleeps 6-8 with a queen bed and futon sofa down and a full bed in the upstairs bedroom, along with two twin beds.
(5) Sunday House - an updated historic representation of the quaint Fredericksburg homes built by the German pioneer ranchers for weekends when they came to town for church and supplies. This luxury unit features a king bed with full ADA compliant (wheelchair accessible) bathroom and covered porch with swing and easy access to the pool area and Cabana.
(6) Sunday Loft - this bunk-style unit is located on the upper level of the Sunday House (with a separate entrance) and sleeps up to eight with four double beds and a half-bath. Access to an additional full bath via lighted pathway.
(7) The 'Sixty-Eight' -- New! - Beautifully renovated vintage airstream with a queen and two twin beds plus a full kitchen and bath.
The cabins are situated around a poolside cabana and a beautifully landscaped grilling area which includes a large charcoal grill, huge picnic table, smoker, firepit, and covered 'cantina' with four lounge chairs.
Common Area:
- Striking 53' free-form pool and poolside open-air cabana with full kitchen constructed of old barnwood ceilings supported by huge hand-made wooden trusses. There is an over-sized gas grill, small oven, dishwasher, two refrigerator/freezers, built-in microwave, two sinks, soapstone countertops, marine-grade mahogany cabinetry, WIFI, 55in LCD satellite television with theater sound, BluRayDVD, and iPod inputs with speakers located throughout the pool complex. In the wintertime or during inclement weather, the unique steel and glass doors can be lowered to fully enclose the room.
- The Shack Party Shed. A favorite hangout area for the kids, features a flatscreen TV with Wii game console, dartboard, billiards with a competition-grade, removable top for table tennis, and lots of eclectic neon lighting and decor.
- Fitness Center with treadmill, recumbent bicycle, universal weight machine, dumbells, sit-up bench, and pull-up/dip bars, satellite TV, and workout towels provided.
- The fully lighted tennis court includes a practice wall, and full-court basketball.
Property:
- Rolling hill country terrain with large stands of Live Oaks hundreds of years old and mountain views in all directions. In addition to horses and Angus cattle, wildlife is abundant and includes whitetail and axis deer, antelope, turkey, foxes, coyotes, bobcats, quail, dove, roadrunners, ducks/geese, eagles and more. The breath-taking stretch of river on the ranch includes everything from fast-moving rapids over a solid rock bottom for most of the length (where hard-fighting Guadalupe Bass are common) to slow, deep water at either end (where catfish as large as 35 lbs have been caught). Note: river activities may be affected by drought conditions.
Disclaimer: Red Sands is a working Texas cattle ranch with inherent risks and hazards including, but not limited to, rough terrain, heavy equipment, deep and/or fast-moving water, wild animals, livestock, etc. and may not be ideal for vegetarians or poorly supervised children.
Location:
Located on the Llano River with the quaint town of Mason, just 9 miles away with gas, groceries, and lots of shops around the historic courthouse square. Fredericksburg with all of its shopping and attractions is about 35 miles to the south down winding country roads. One favorite nearby attraction is the Eckert Bat Cave where millions of Mexican Free-tail bats can be seen emerging from the cave on summer evenings -- about 10 mi away.
Austin and San Antonio Airports are each 2hrs away. Mason County Airport (T92) is about 15 mi.
