West Texas

This Company Is Like an Upscale Airbnb for Huge Ranches

By Mary Cate Long | November 27, 2020 | Comments Off on This Company Is Like an Upscale Airbnb for Huge Ranches

Buying property in West Texas is no small feat. In fact, it is often (quite literally) a huge decision. The sprawling ranches stretch for thousands of acres and the price tags match. Are you ready to take the plunge? Is the peaceful solitude and stunning scenery of West Texas worth the lengthy drive? We suggest…

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Cozy Fireplace Airbnbs in 3 Top Fall Destinations

By Mary Cate Long | October 30, 2020 | Comments Off on Cozy Fireplace Airbnbs in 3 Top Fall Destinations

It’s finally that time of year. The air is decidedly chilly and I, for one, already lit up my first fireplace of the season. Whether you are looking forward to ski season or in search of an autumn escape, here are some Airbnbs with cozy fireplaces– perfect for the snuggly, baby-it’s-cold-outside weather. Taos, NM Taos,…

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This 200-Plus Acre San Angelo Ranch Checks All the Boxes

By Elaine Raffel | April 22, 2020 | Comments Off on This 200-Plus Acre San Angelo Ranch Checks All the Boxes

Located just outside San Angelo, this sprawling ranch property checks all the boxes. Over 200 acres. Luxe country living. And, all-important in times of social distancing, open space and unsurpassed privacy.

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Escape to Albany: A Fandangle-y Great Family Compound Near Art Prison in the Hottest Ranch Home Town in Texas

By Candy Evans | October 16, 2014 | Comments Off on Escape to Albany: A Fandangle-y Great Family Compound Near Art Prison in the Hottest Ranch Home Town in Texas

This summer I had the chance to visit an amazing property in Albany, Texas, about 125 miles due west, where I understand Trevor Rees-Jones recently bought land. I’m hearing more and more about this part of Texas, which I called west texas until I actually SAW west Texas a few weeks ago! When I was…

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Dallas Family Finds Second Home Nirvana in Alpine, Texas Log Cabin

By Candy Evans | July 8, 2014 |

Last week, on CandysDirt.com,  we told you about Albany, Texas, kind of the new Marfa clone only a couple hours west of Fort Worth. Well, many Dallasites still love the trek to West Texas. Take Tex Gross, Chairman of Commerce Street Capital in Dallas, and his wife, Vaughn. They had been looking for a vacation home…

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