A classic South Texas ranch with the rolling topography Live Oak County is known for, this 45 acre property offers the perfect blend of recreation, relaxation, and rural charm. Located near Cadiz northwest of Beeville, this unique ranch is ideal as a weekend getaway, hunting retreat, or peaceful country homestead. Location: Situated at the corner where County Road 346 transitions into County Road 325 near George West, Texas, the property offers privacy while remaining conveniently located: * Approx. 15 minutes to Beeville * Approx. 16 minutes to George West * Approx. 65 miles to Corpus Christi * Approx. 85 miles to San Antonio * Approx. 190 miles to Houston Land & Water: The ranch consists of approximately 45 acres of classic South Texas brush country with rolling elevation changes, winding senderos, and scattered clearings throughout. Three separate cleared areas create functionality and diversity across the property while the native brush provides excellent habitat for wildlife. Wildlife frequently seen on the ranch includes deer, hogs, turkey, coyotes, bobcats, and native birds. Senderos cut through the property allow for easy access by ATV or vehicle while also serving as excellent hunting lanes and wildlife corridors. Animal tracks and seasonal wildflowers can often be found throughout the ranch. A pump-fed pond with a clay bottom and windmill aeration system is located a short walk from the main house and creates a peaceful setting for fishing, wildlife watching, or relaxing outdoors. The northwest portion of the property sits at one of the highest elevations and offers scenic views for miles around. This area has also been prepared for a second well-fed pond and includes water access and a hog pen. Improvements The ranch is improved with a charming 2-bedroom, 1 full bathroom cottage-style home offering approximately 1,050 square feet of living space with an open-concept layout and two covered porches perfect for enjoying quiet South Texas evenings. Outdoor entertaining and recreation are already well established with a rustic outdoor bar and a large, enclosed back patio designed for indoor target shooting complete with a shooting stand and gun embrasure. Over the years, the property has been enjoyed for hiking, fishing, camping, canoeing, skeet shooting, outdoor cooking, and countless outdoor adventures. Additional improvements include a large barn on slab foundation with covered areas on three sides providing ample room for ranch equipment, tractors, storage, or workshop space. Near the pond sits the beginning stages of what could become an incredible outdoor kitchen and loft retreat featuring reclaimed wood interior walls, a slab foundation, metal roof, and awning - ready for the next owner to complete and customize into a one-of-a-kind gathering space. Minerals: Surface sale only. Seller owns no minerals. There is currently no production located on the property. Taxes: 2024 property taxes were approximately $2,032.97 annually. Community: Most conveniences for a new ranch owner can be found nearby in Beeville and George West. Major retailers including HEB, Walmart, restaurants, medical services, and ranch supply stores are all within a short drive. If you've been searching for a scenic South Texas ranch with character, wildlife, recreation, and room to make it your own, this Live Oak County property is a must see.