Luxury real estate for sale Athens, United States

PRICE IMPROVED! This iconic property does not have what we think of as a permanent residence, but has plenty of room to add one or ten! Development potential is definitely available. From the gated entry, down a half mile concrete drive, this 39+ acre property nestled in the East Texas countryside has been used for breeding and raising show horses. It offers a stone columned show Barn with 8 fully appointed stalls, heated-cooled 1 bed-1 bath luxury living quarters-where you could live while you build-medicine repository, laundry facilities, guest bath, tack and feed rooms, high tech security system with cameras, fly mist system, oversized porte cochere in rear of building, a large wash bay and storage suitable for any discipline! Within the gated and fenced perimeter is a 10 stall Mare Motel with 12 x 20 stalls, laundry facilities, breeding stocks with foal handler and an efficiency apartment. There is an additional Manager's Home offering 2 beds, 2 baths with a 2-car carport. Architectural renderings available. DATA HEREIN DEEMED ACCURATE, BUT NOT GUARANTEED. Buyer will need to confirm all measurements and statements herewith. THE SHOW BARN STALLS ALL HAVE PROFESSIONALLY INSTALLED ZOO QUALITY NON-SLIP FLOORS. IT ALSO HAS AN ATTACHED, LARGE PORTE-COCHERE FOR LOADING AND UNLOADING IN ALL KINDS OF WEATHER CONDITIONS. STALL FLOORING IN MARE BARN HAS CONCRETE SURFACES FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND EASE OF CLEANING AND DISINFECTION. THERE IS A RUNNING SPRING FED CREEK ON THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE ESTATE WHICH PROVIDED WATER TO THE RANCH WHEN TEMPERATURES DROPPED BELOW ZERO IN 2021. ALL OPEN ACREAGE WAS SPRIGGED WITH COASTAL BERMUDA FOR HAY PRODUCTION.

Stunning farmhouse in the hills of Montalba! Upon entering the gate of this 23.95 acre ranch, you will be greeted with majestic oak trees and panoramic views! The 4 bedroom farmhouse features a spacious stone porch, 2 fireplaces, with space for a game room & office. The former dairy barn has been renovated to a 2000 sq ft guesthouse that could double as a studio or office. Enjoy breathtaking Texas sunsets from the in ground pool, a perfect retreat from the summer heat. A large barn with 4 stalls and abundant storage is ready for your horses and other livestock. This property is cross fenced with 3 ponds. Your guests will love the stone fire pit with custom seating and 50 amp hook up for an RV. Don't let the sun go down on making this East Texas ranch yours!

Escape the hustle and bustle to your own slice of tranquility in beautiful East Texas! Nestled on 12.12 acres of lush, mostly wooded land, this picturesque property offers the perfect canvas for your dream getaway. Located in a peaceful rural setting just south of Athens near Crossroads, this parcel boasts the best of both worlds: seclusion and convenience. Imagine waking up to the gentle rustle of leaves and the sweet chorus of birdsong, all while being just a short drive away from the amenities of town. Key Features: 12.12 acres of pristine, mostly wooded land Ideal for nature lovers, hunters, or those seeking privacy Abundant wildlife and natural beauty Electric and water already available on the property Perfect for building your dream home, cabin, or retreat Whether you're looking to build your forever home surrounded by nature's splendor, create a weekend retreat for relaxation and recreation, or invest in your own piece of East Texas paradise, this property offers endless possibilities. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to own your own private oasis in Athens, TX. Schedule your showing today and start envisioning the life you've always dreamed of!

Lakefront Serenity: Your Dream Retreat on Lake Athens. Nestled on the tranquil shores of Lake Athens, this charming waterfront property offers the perfect blend of relaxation and recreation. Boasting 1520 square feet of comfort, this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom retreat is an idyllic escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a cozy interior bathed in natural light, accentuated by stunning water views. The well-appointed living space seamlessly transitions into a lovely deck, where you can savor morning coffee or evening cocktails while soaking in the breathtaking vistas of the lake. For the avid boater, a one-slip boat dock awaits, complete with an extended dock area perfect for sunbathing or simply basking in the gentle lapping of the waves. Whether you're cruising the pristine waters or enjoying a leisurely day of fishing, Lake Athens offers endless opportunities for aquatic adventures. Situated on the coveted north side of the lake, this property is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Explore the expansive yard, meticulously maintained, and fenced for your furry companions to roam freely. With ample space for picnics, lawn games, and stargazing beneath the Texas sky, every moment spent here is a memory in the making. Embrace the lifestyle of lakefront living year-round capitalize on the property's potential for short-term rentals, offering guests a slice of waterfront paradise. Whether you’re seeking a personal sanctuary or an investment opportunity, this Lake Athens gem awaits your discerning eye. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of lakeside paradise. Schedule your private tour today and make your waterfront dreams a reality!

Welcome to this charming country home located in the heart of East Texas! With 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, situated on 44.17rolling wooded acres, you have the perfect blend of seclusion and convenience. The open living, dining and kitchen provides plenty of space for entertaining guests or simply enjoying quality time with family. Natural light floods the space, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that beckons you to unwind. A concrete drive leads to a two car garage. Outside the natural beauty of the countryside awaits with the large tree shaded private backyard and surrounding acreage. Explore the outdoors, complete with spring fed creeks and wildlife. Whether taking a leisurely stroll through the woods or relaxing in a hammock, you will find endless opportunities to connect with nature and relax. And with Lake Palestine in close proximity, you will have easy access to boating & fishing. Golfers will find the #1 rated public course, Pine Dunes, located about 10 minutes away! Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of East Texas paradise. Schedule a showing today and make this country retreat your own!

Welcome to the Reserve at Montalba! This listing is for a lots 13 & 14. Located 90 minutes from DFW and a short 10 minute drive to Palestine, this gated wilderness community is perfectly nestled in the pineywoods of East Texas. Lots are 3/4 acre each and owners enjoy over 110 acres of common property, where you have shared access and privileges to hike, bike, fish and explore. Choose your homesite on one of four private lakes, stocked with camelot bass and catfish. This community is great for a weekend home in the country or your primary residence. Air B & B is welcomed. There is nothing like the starry nights in East Texas! Call for a tour of this well planned development and start making memories right away!

Welcome to the Reserve at Montalba! Located 90 minutes from DFW and a short 10 minute drive to Palestine, this gated wilderness community is perfectly nestled in the pineywoods of East Texas. Lots are 3/4 acre and owners enjoy over 110 acres of common property, where you have shared access and privileges to hike, bike, fish and explore. Choose your homesite on one of four private lakes, stocked with camelot bass and catfish. This community is great for a weekend home in the country or your primary residence. Air B & B is welcomed. There is nothing like the starry nights in East Texas! Call for a tour of this well planned development and start making memories right away!

Welcome to your charming lakeside retreat nestled on Lake Frankston in beautiful East Texas! This 108 acre well maintained fishing lake is located inside a picturesque gated community, providing security for full time residents as well as weekenders. As you arrive, you'll be greeted by the tranquil beauty of the surrounding tree shaded landscape & the shimmering waters of the lake stretching out before you. This cottage is located on 2 waterfront lots, ensuring plenty of room to relax & enjoy with family & friends. Step inside to the main living area with WBFP, perfect for gathering around on cooler evenings as you relax & unwind with loved ones. The living area is open to the spacious kitchen with plenty of room for cooks to prepare delightful culinary creations! A separate dining area with glass doors has been added at the front of the home, along with a bedroom /office, both enjoying an abundance of natural light. When it is time to retire for the night, you'll find 3 comfortable bedrooms awaiting you along w/ 2 bathrooms. A large primary bedroom has been added with a beautiful picture window overlooking the lake. The family room lakeside is surrounded by windows with a high ceiling & incredible lake views. A screened porch & enclosed sunroom provide great space to enjoy lakeside. Outside, the beauty of the natural surroundings truly shines. Step onto the open deck & breathe in the fresh air as you take in breathtaking views of the lake. A private boathouse provides easy access to the water, allowing you to spend your days fishing, boating or simply basking in the beauty of your surroundings. Two storage buildings onsite provide plenty of space for gardening & lawn care equipment as well as lake toys. Generator provided! Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or an outdoor adventure, this charming lakeside cottage offers the perfect setting for making cherished memories with family & friends. Come experience the beauty & tranquility of lakeside living!

Welcome to the Reserve at Montalba! Located 90 minutes from DFW and a short 10 minute drive to Palestine, this gated wilderness community is perfectly nestled in the pineywoods of East Texas. Lots are 3/4 acre and owners enjoy over 110 acres of common property, where you have shared access and privileges to hike, bike, fish and explore. Choose your homesite on one of four private lakes, stocked with camelot bass and catfish. This community is great for a weekend home in the country or your primary residence. Air B & B is welcomed. There is nothing like the starry nights in East Texas! Call for a tour of this well-planned development and start making memories right away!

Welcome to your dream waterfront retreat on the serene shores of Lake Palestine in Frankston, TX! This meticulously crafted custom-built home, completed in 2021, offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, & natural beauty approximately 30 minutes from thriving Tyler, TX. Spanning two levels, the residence encompasses four bedrooms, including a luxurious master suite on main level, two & one half baths, & a convenient office space that doubles as a dining area. Each level is thoughtfully designed with its own kitchen, living & utility area, offering flexibility & privacy for both family & friends. The expansive windows on both floors flood the interior with natural light & views of the tree shaded back yard & wildlife. The owners ‘attention to detail is evident in every aspect of the property, from the beamed vaulted ceiling, stone WBFP w/ wrap around seating, to the strategically placed boathouse & carefully trimmed trees, ensuring unobstructed views & maximum enjoyment of the lake. Embrace outdoor living at its finest with three distinct outdoor spaces, including an inviting screened porch off the master suite, an open deck extending from the kitchen, & a covered & open patio & firepit accessible from the walk-out lower level. Situated on a generous .57-acre+ lot, enjoy sparkling views of the tranquil waters. A true haven for the avid fisherman, kayakers, & those who enjoy the peacefulness of nature, this property features a two-level boat house including boat slip w/lift, ensuring effortless access to endless days of boating adventures. Upper deck of the boathouse provides an ideal vantage point for soaking in the sun or savoring morning coffee against the backdrop of the shimmering lake. And you have plenty of space to add extra slips & seating areas if desired. Don't miss the fishpond, 3 garage bays (2 in front, 1 heated & cooled in back), bonus heated/cooled sleep space above the garage, and an enchanting Kids’ Cabin 2 level nook! Let your lake life begin!

Imagine! 22.38 private, wooded acres on Caney Bay at Lake Palestine with mature pines and hardwoods and a spring fed creek that feels very secluded yet is minutes from town. This lakeside woodland retreat is perfect for a private residence with a spectacular home setting on an elevated part of the land overlooking the water. Deer, fox, and a multitude of waterfowl share use of this property! There is a wildlife program currently in place that could be continued along with timber management. This would also be a fabulous tract for recreational use---build yourself a boathouse and a getaway cabin in the woods! Opportunities to own acreage on the Lake are few and far between, don't let this one get away from you!

This waterfront lot in a small, quiet neighborhood just outside Frankston on Lake Palestine is exactly what you've hoped to find! Here on Cobb's Inlet, you would own 1.86 acres all the way to the water---unusual for Lake Palestine! With a cul de sac location, towering established trees and a recently built boathouse and bulkhead this is not your typical lake lot. The boathouse provides an air-conditioned room to escape from the heat of the day with a sink, refrigerator and microwave for ease of entertainment. You could spend the occasional night here as well with a portable bathroom on site with air conditioning, which holds its own enclosed septic tank. Bonus storage room is perfect for lake toys and has a shower to rinse off in. The boathouse also has a one slip electric lift, a fish cleaning station, covered area for protection from the sun and rain and the perfect spot to fish right from the dock with wide stairs leading down to the water. The view is fantastic with a pine forest across the water. All this with water and electricity provided-all you need to bring would be your new house plans and prepare for life on the lake!

Legacy Shores, is a private gated community nestled along Flat Cove on Lake Palestine. Here this 2 acre waterfront lot isas unique, and serine as you can image with a towering mix of majestic hardwoods and pine. A haven for deer, fox, rabbitsand more! At the water tall grasses are swaying, herons flying overheard, fresh water pelicans floating awaiting their nextmeal. This part of the lake on Flat Cove can be described as quintessential Texas Lake low country. The exciting featureof this lot is the peninsula that continues below the 355' elevation line. Walking out here is a delight with native holly andferns all around. On the point of this peninsula you will be able to build your private boathouse, extending your land usewell beyond the 2 acres! Unheard of privacy for a lake lot with expansive room for your home, a pool, greenhouse,fountains and more. Not your typical lake lot, this is the perfect location for the lover of nature, privacy, and solitude. And didI mention the fabulous fishing?!?!

Nature lovers! This neighborhood is for you!! Legacy Shores is a wonderful, secluded getaway on Flat Cove in beautiful East Texas. A new, private, gated subdivision on Lake Palestine with only 91 home sites! This 1.63-acre lot with a towering mix of hardwood and pines, is a haven for wildlife as it slopes gently towards the water with access to additional land below the 355' elevation line on a peninsula shared exclusively by two other lots for private boat house construction. Unheard of privacy for a lake lot with expansive room for your custom home. This part of Lake Palestine is well known for fishing, canoeing, kayaking or just enjoying the abundance of nature and waterfowl seen in every direction. Close to Chandler, Tyler or Frankston and only 1 1/2 hours from Dallas. .

This is a very unique offering. Two lots that must be conveyed together in Legacy Shores on Lake Palestine in East Texas. Legacy Shores is Lake Palestine's newest lakefront community with 91 homesites. For sale is an 8.526 acre well-located interior lot in a gated community, AND a 40ft premier waterfront lot right on the point suitable for your boathouse! Have your privacy, security, and room to roam on the 8+ acres (horses are welcome in the HOA for any lot owner of more than 5 acres), AND have your personal boathouse right around the corner. This community offers community water, broadband, and electric. Beautiful hardwoods and pines grace the entire neighborhood yet there are plenty of open build sites without having to clear trees. Come experience the lake lifestyle along with ample space to build the home of your dreams and have room to play. Choose your own builder and timeline. Convenient location is about 90 minutes from Dallas, 15 minutes to Chandler, and 30 minutes to Tyler!

Beautiful 112 acres of pasture and woods with deer and other wildlife is well-located a few minutes north of Athens, Texas. Property hasmany qualities including a Pecan orchard with 200 plus pecan trees and over 10 pear trees. Live creek in Third Caney Creek. 4 goodsized water ponds/tanks. SH 19 frontage on west with frontage on CR 3817 on north. Third Caney Creek meanders for border on eastside until it turns north and traverses upper third of property with large hardwoods bordering it. One Quonset Hut style 40X100' storageshed. One 6000 sf hay barn. Seller will consider subdivision of property into smaller tracts.

Calling all fishermen and fisherwomen! Must see this wooded 6+ acre lot in the new development Legacy Shores at Lake Palestine! This wooded off water elevated tract has lake views through the trees as well as a separate 40' wide waterfront boathouse lot, located across the road, on a point with other boathouse lots, providing owners easy access to the lake for fishing & kayaking. Legacy Shores is located on Flat Cove, a superior fishing area of Lake Palestine, where trophy bass are caught and fishing boats linger waiting for the best catch! With 91 total homesites (waterfront lots & off water lots complete with a boathouse lot) this well planned new development offers larger tracts than other communities, and provides equestrian opportunities on tracts 5 acres or more. Perfect for the nature lover or fishing aficionado! Water, broadband and electricity are located along the newly paved roads of this gated community. Lots 76 & L9 must be sold together – not divisible. Build your own private retreat in the hills and trees of East Texas - with easy access to amenities in Tyler & Dallas - and let the fishing begin!

Nestled within the serene beauty of East Texas, this remarkable 6.5 acre wooded waterfront tract on Lake Palestine presents an idyllic retreat for those seeking tranquility within natural splendor. Upon arrival, a concrete entrance drive with electric/solar gate between brick columns turns into a natural road as it meanders through the towering trees toward the lake. Beds of azaleas greet you as you approach the lake & main building site, with underground utilities from the road. Boasting a concrete bulkhead spanning 240' of shoreline, with a 5' concrete sidewalk cap, this property offers direct access to the shimmering waters via wide curved stairs descending into the water. An inviting 2274 sq.ft., 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath guest house exudes charm & modern comfort. As you enter from the covered porch, guests are greeted by an open concept living, dining, & kitchen, complete with a stone fireplace & wood walls. The lakeside screened porch, offers an enchanting retreat, where gentle southerly breezes & birdsong provides the soundtrack for moments of relaxation and reflection. The primary bedroom & bath are located on main floor with two bedrooms & a sublime guest bath with soaking tub & shower located on the second level. The Nantucket style boathouse has boat lift plus double jet ski lift. Enjoy the air conditioned living area year round - complete with casement windows, wood walls & ceiling, kitchen with Kraft Maid cabinetry, granite counters, bar, stove, microwave & refrigerator. Plenty of room for living & dining area too! The open water views are heavenly from this location - facing east across the lake for sunrises & moon rises. Rest easy knowing your boat will still be able to be used when the lake level lowers, with 10' of water depth at full pool (345' elevation)! Whether using guest house as a full time residence or a weekend escape or building your dream home on the exquisite main building site, let this be the place where dreams really do come true.

Opportunity is knocking! Here is your chance to purchase an acre of waterfront within a gated subdivision in beautiful and tranquil East Texas with a new improved price ! This particular very gently sloping lot takes you to easy water access and allows building a home very close to the water. Legacy Shores is Lake Palestine's newest lakefront community with only 91 homesites. Mature trees, native dogwoods, redbuds and holly provide a sanctuary for wildlife including deer, fox, waterfowl and even the American Eagle! Water here is perfect for fishing, canoeing or kayaking yet only a short distance to deep water. Close to Tyler as well as Chandler and only an hour and a half to Dallas it's a great location. Call for your private showing now!

Wooded 5.09 acre lot in new development Legacy Shores at Lake Palestine! This off water elevated tract has water views through the trees of the glistening lake as well as a separate 40' wide waterfront boathouse lot, located around the corner, providing owners easy access to the lake for fishing, kayaking, and more. Legacy Shores is located on Flat Cove, a premium fishing area of the lake, where trophy bass are caught and fishing boats linger waiting for the best catch! With 91 total homesites (waterfront lots & off water lots complete with a boathouse lot) this well planned new development offers larger tracts than other communities. Water, broadband and electricity are located along the newly paved roads of this gated community. Lots 64 and L5 must be sold together - not divisible. Build your own private retreat in the hills and trees of East Texas - with easy access to amenities in Tyler & Dallas - and let lake living begin!