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Secluded ranch that was featured on ‘numerous TV shows’ lists in Texas. Take a look

The front sign welcomes visitors to the secluded property
The front sign welcomes visitors to the secluded property Screen grab from Realtor

A very unique — and very secluded — ranch and campground combo has landed on the real estate market in Alpine, Texas for $225,000.

Exterior
Exterior Screen grab from Realtor

And its look is like no other in terms of style and decor. In fact, the primary two-bedroom, two-bathroom home (that was built by the owners) on the 20-acre property is composed “of masonry and glass bottles” which gives it a colorful appeal, Realtor.com reports.

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Interior Screen grab from Realtor

“The gentleman did all of the masonry work himself,” listing agent Clay Braden told Realtor regarding one of the owners. “As campers came through the property, they would help build part of the house. Each wall has a unique item in it. It’s very unique and cool.”

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Interior Screen grab from Realtor

The property is also completely eco-friendly and has “been featured on numerous TV shows, videos, and magazines,” the listing on Realtor says.

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Kitchen Screen grab from Realtor

Features include:

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Exterior Screen grab from Realtor
  • 2,700 square foot primary home

  • 5-acre poultry/goat yard

  • 1,600-square-foot greenhouse

  • Glass smokehouse

Bedroom
Bedroom Screen grab from Realtor

There’s also 33 campsites and two nightly rental rooms.

Bathroom
Bathroom Screen grab from Realtor

“People love the serenity of the area,” Braden said to Realtor. “Hipcamp has listed it as one of the top campgrounds. Campers come for anywhere from a night to a week at a time and can learn about their sustainability projects.”

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Interior Screen grab from Realtor

The property is listed on Hipcamp and has a current 96% approval rating with raving reviews from folks who have camped on the land.

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Interior Screen grab from Realtor

“This was an unforgettable camping experience,” one person said. “The vast and beautiful landscape of Robert and Debbie’s property was truly special. Wonderful hosts who have carved a life and a land unlike any other. Camping and cooking atop the water-woven clay was a dream.”

Property grounds
Property grounds Screen grab from Realtor

“Robert’s place was so amazing and unique. He took the time to show me and my two boys his off grid systems,” another gushed. “Brilliantly designed by the way. Robert and his wife where so kind and patient with my two boys and all of their questions. His land is beautiful and peaceful, with adequate number of toilets and a cool outdoor kitchen. Not just a beautiful off grid camping spot but a welcoming learning center for sustainable living. He and his wife are quite a gift to this world.”

Property grounds
Property grounds Screen grab from Realtor

The listing is held by Mtn. View Properties.

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Property grounds Screen grab from Realtor

Alpine is close to the Texas/Mexico border and about 70 miles north of Big Bend National Park.

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Property grounds Screen grab from Realtor
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This story was originally published November 20, 2022 at 11:00 AM with the headline "Secluded ranch that was featured on ‘numerous TV shows’ lists in Texas. Take a look."

TJ Macias
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
TJ Macías is a Real-Time national sports reporter for McClatchy based out of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Formerly, TJ covered the Dallas Mavericks and Texas Rangers beat for numerous media outlets including 24/7 Sports and Mavs Maven (Sports Illustrated). Twitter: @TayloredSiren
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