{"id":54929,"date":"2025-06-12T17:33:56","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T17:33:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/homediary.com\/pro\/?p=54929"},"modified":"2025-06-12T17:33:59","modified_gmt":"2025-06-12T17:33:59","slug":"spotlight-tour-for-wild-spring-ranch-658-fordtran-road-new-ulm-tx","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homediary.com\/pro\/spotlight-tour-for-wild-spring-ranch-658-fordtran-road-new-ulm-tx\/","title":{"rendered":"SPOTLIGHT TOUR FOR Wild Spring Ranch, 658 Fordtran Road, New Ulm, TX"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center\">Welcome to Wild Spring Ranch!<\/h1>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/my.homediary.com\/481823\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/floorplanonline.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Button_2-115x115.gif\" alt=\"HomeDiary\" width=\"115\" height=\"115\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 16pt\"><a href=\"https:\/\/my.homediary.com\/481823\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">View The Story of This Home<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"ldp-detail-schools\" style=\"text-align: center\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<p>Welcome to Wild Spring Ranch, a one-of-a-kind \u00b1114-acre sanctuary nestled in a highly desirable area of Austin County, offering easy access to Round Top, Brenham, and Bellville. This exceptional estate delivers true resort-style living, featuring breathtaking panoramic views, first-rate golf and equestrian amenities, and luxurious accommodations all thoughtfully constructed for comfort and an uncompromising commitment to high-quality craftsmanship.<\/p>\n<p>At the heart of the property lies a stunning 8,446-square-foot (per appraiser) custom main residence, artfully designed for both everyday living and grand-scale entertaining. Featuring five spacious bedrooms, a separate bunk room, six full bathrooms, and three half bathrooms, the home offers unparalleled comfort for family and guests alike.<\/p>\n<p>The gourmet kitchen, outfitted with premium Wolf appliances, features a 60&#8243; Wolf stove with two full-size ovens, a steam oven, two dishwashers, two microwaves, and two warming drawers\u2014ensuring effortless meal preparation for any occasion. The expansive island offers bar seating for seven, while a charming corner breakfast banquette provides a cozy space for intimate morning conversations. A convenient coffee bar adds to the kitchen\u2019s appeal, offering a dedicated space for brewing the perfect cup, whether it\u2019s a quick morning pick-me-up or a leisurely afternoon indulgence.<\/p>\n<p>Additional features of the home include a second upstairs laundry room, an exercise room, a private office, and a versatile den. Four fireplaces, thoughtfully positioned throughout, create a warm and inviting ambiance, each crowned with a handcrafted copper chimney cap that enhances both function and artistry. A dog shower in the downstair multi-purpose laundry room caters to pet-friendly living while a whole-home backup generator and commercial well ensures uninterrupted comfort and security. This is a home where elegance and ease go hand in hand, offering a lifestyle that\u2019s as comfortable as it is refined.<\/p>\n<p>The luxurious primary suite is a true showstopper featuring a full ensuite bathroom with heated floors, his\/her Japanese commodes, custom tile, and an oversized walk-in closet with a wrap room that can also function as a second private office.<\/p>\n<p>For entertainment, an integrated golf room with a Full Swing simulator provides a premium experience while a climate-controlled wine room offers the perfect space for preserving your fine wines. Refrigerator drawers are thoughtfully placed throughout the home including in the golf room, kitchen, screen porch, and master bathroom.<\/p>\n<p>Step outside to discover a fully appointed outdoor living area, including an oversized screened porch with a fireplace and summer kitchen, a resort-style custom pool and spa, and a covered outdoor kitchen with an Argentine grill perfect for al fresco dining. Golf enthusiasts will appreciate the expansive pitching, chipping, and putting green that truly brings the country club experience home.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to the main residence, the property includes a charming 1,123 square foot (per appraiser) 2-bedroom, 1-bath \u201cBarndominium,\u201d ideal for overflow guests or family.<\/p>\n<p>For equestrian enthusiasts, the estate boasts an impressive 8-stall barn, complemented by an 1,884-square-foot (per appraiser) attached party\/game room, complete with a full kitchen and bath. Amateur and professional riders alike will appreciate the full-size roping arena, as well as the smaller, covered arena, each equipped with lighting for year-round riding and training.<\/p>\n<p>Adding further dimension to the property is a Victorian-era homestead steeped in Texas heritage and deeply tied to the state\u2019s early German settlement history. The region is recognized as the first German settlement in Texas, with roots tracing back to Charles Fordtran, the renowned German-Texan surveyor for whom Fordtran Road is named. As compensation for his work surveying this area for Stephen F. Austin\u2019s partner, Fordtran received a league of land (4,428.4 acres). This home sits on part of that original tract and served as a family home for his descendants. Beautifully positioned beside a 25-meter lap pool and surrounded by an expansive English garden with a tranquil fountain, the home presents a unique opportunity for transformation into a guest house, studio, or private retreat.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re hosting large gatherings, organizing equestrian events, improving your golf game, or simply savoring the serenity of the countryside, this unparalleled estate offers timeless elegance, exceptional amenities, and unmatched versatility in one of Texas\u2019 most prestigious locations.<\/p>\n<p>HDR Photography and Hybrid by: Homediary of Texas Lead and Area Manager Drake B. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: left\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Intro to agent&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">If you are interested in listing your home or have questions, please contact:<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/homediary.com\/pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/All-Hands-Real-Estate.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;windermere real estate logo&#8221; title_text=&#8221;All Hands Real Estate&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Logo&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_team_member image_url=&#8221;https:\/\/homediary.com\/pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/photo42066.jpg&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Contact Info for Person&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; position_text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">Chris S. 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