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BOYD RANCH—5,320 Acres
Price: $19,500,000.00
Acreage: 5,320 (SUBJECT TO SURVEY)
Address: 5710A FM 2035, Blackwell, Texas 79506
County: Nolan
Secondary County: Taylor
Status: Available
Water Rights: All Convey
Mineral Rights: Seller will convey any owned minerals
Wind Rights: All Convey
Description
Boyd Ranch is a rare legacy showplace in Nolan County, Texas and Taylor County, Texas, carrying forward the heritage of legendary horseman and rancher Buster Welch and later Sweetwater oilman Bob Adkins, now offered at $19,500,000. This 5,320 acre ranch functions equally well as a corporate retreat, serious hunting and cattle operation, and multi-generational family getaway with excellent access, abundant water, and a rich history woven into every canyon and ridgeline.
Situated in the rolling country of Nolan County, Boyd Ranch lies approximately 34 miles from Abilene, 20 miles from Sweetwater, 15 miles from Merkel, 128 miles from Midland, and about 200 miles from the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. The ranch offers convenient access to both public and private airports in Abilene, making arrival for owners, guests, and corporate groups efficient in all seasons. Well-maintained interior roads allow most showings and ranch use to be conducted from a pickup rather than a UTV, with improved routes leading from the main entrance through scenic lookouts and down to headquarters.
Boyd Ranch carries a distinguished Western pedigree, having been owned and operated by famed horseman Buster Welch, whose horsemanship legacy is recognized across the cutting horse and ranching world. It was later owned by Bob Adkins, a prominent oilman from Sweetwater, Texas, further cementing its place as a notable holding in this part of the state. The current owner has assembled additional acreage in four purchases over the years. The ranch’s current use as both a working operation and a setting for corporate and family gatherings maintains that tradition of hospitality, horsemanship, and stewardship on a grand landscape.
The primary residence at headquarters is an approximately 4,560± square-foot home offering 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, designed for comfort and entertainment on a ranch scale. The well-appointed kitchen features a double oven, large island, extensive counter space for serious cooking, and an industrial built-in refrigerator, supported by two HVAC units and a 24 kW generator for added peace of mind. Just steps away, the historic “little house,” once used for day-rate cowboys, now offers a 1,392± square-foot, 2-bedroom, 2-bath cottage with kitchen and living area, ideal for guests, family, or staff. This property is offered fully furnished and is completely turnkey.
The classic “Cook Shack” is in excellent condition and is tailored for entertaining hunters, clients, or large family groups in authentic ranch style. It includes a bunk room, washer and dryer, commercial-style gas stove, commercial grill and griddle, two wood-burning fireplaces, a large, screened porch, and a full bathroom, creating a self-contained gathering hub. Whether hosting a weekend hunt, corporate retreat, or holiday gathering, this structure anchors the social life of the ranch in a warm, inviting setting.
Barns, Storage, and Working Facilities
Boyd Ranch is well-outfitted with functional and flexible support improvements. An open-air barn measuring approximately 84×100 feet (about 8,400 square feet) provide significant covered parking or shaded outdoor workspace for equipment, trailers, or gatherings. An older set of horse stalls at roughly 36×49 feet (about 1,764 square feet) offer traditional stall space for horses, preserving the property’s equine heritage. A newly erected 50×50 barn delivers approximately 2,500 square feet of enclosed storage, ideal for housing equipment, buggies, corn, and other ranch necessities, while a tornado shelter near the little house adds an extra layer of safety.
Water Resources and Infrastructure
One of the defining strengths of Boyd Ranch is its water. There are currently about 15 water wells on the property, with 13 reported as operational, providing ample supply for all residential and ranch needs with capacity to spare. Four former windmill wells have been converted to solar pumps, improving reliability and efficiency, while four electric wells are dedicated to the headquarters area, collectively producing around 40 gallons per minute to serve the house and supporting infrastructure. Multiple surface tanks scattered across the ranch, coupled with excellent prospects for additional wells, create a robust water system that supports both livestock and wildlife.
Terrain, Habitat, and Elevation
The ranch spans classic Mulberry Canyon country, with elevation ranging from approximately 2,480 feet at the higher ridges down to around 2,080 feet in the lower country. This relief creates a visually compelling landscape of rolling breaks, long vistas, and sheltered draws, ideal for both livestock and wildlife. While perimeter and interior fences are generally functional, a newly added section of high fence, approximately 2.5 miles along the north entrance, enhances control and management options for wildlife and livestock.
Wildlife, Hunting, and Recreation
Boyd Ranch is an outstanding hunting and recreational property with a thriving native game population. Whitetail deer numbers are strong and have benefited from lighter hunting pressure over the past three to four years, and an audad herd of roughly 30 head roams the canyons and rimrock. Bobwhite quail are on the rebound and increasing in number, joined by plentiful wild hogs, turkey, and a variety of native game, with three recent sightings of mountain lions adding to the sense of true wild country. The ranch includes 12 deer blinds and feeders in place, creating a ready-made hunting layout for family and guests.
Mystique, History, and Lifestyle
Beyond its agricultural and recreational merits, Boyd Ranch holds a unique sense of mystique and discovery. A conquistador’s breastplate was reportedly found inside a cave on the property, and metal detecting has turned up traces of gold and silver ore, fueling stories of buried treasure hidden in the canyons. There are numerous unexplored caves on the property, leaving some mysteries uncovered by the new owner. The historic Forty Niner Mail Route once went through the portions of the Boyd Ranch. Additionally, the outskirts of the Boyd Ranch encompass the Butterfield Trail and Outlaw Canyon. Today the ranch serves as an exceptional corporate retreat and gathering place for families, offering luxury accommodations, serious infrastructure, and an authentic working-ranch feel. With its deep history, dramatic terrain, abundant wildlife, and first-class improvements, Boyd Ranch stands ready for its next steward to carry the legacy forward.
Exclusions
All heavy equipment, trucks and trailers are excluded from the purchase.
Broker and Commission Disclosure
Buyer’s Agent/Broker must be identified upon first contact with Listing Broker/Listing Agent and Buyer’s Agent must be present at the initial property tour in order to participate in any real estate commission. Commission splits will be at the sole discretion of the Listing Broker.
Listing Agent: Matthew Price, McCullar Properties Group
Sales Agent License Number: 0805135
Telephone: 325-280-7809
Listing Broker: Clay McCullar, McCullar Properties Group
Broker License Number: 0635496
Telephone: 325-665-4037
Directions:
From Abilene, Texas, get on I-20 West heading toward Sweetwater. Continue west on I-20 for approximately 25 miles. Take the exit for FM 419 / Trent. Turn right (north) onto FM 419 and drive through the town of Trent. After passing through Trent, turn left onto FM 2035. Continue on FM 2035 for several miles until you reach 5710 FM 2035, Trent, Texas 79561, which will be located along the roadway.
Showing Instructions:
Contact Clay McCullar 325-665-4037 or Matt Price 325-280-7809
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS BELIEVED TO BE TRUE AND CORRECT. HOWEVER, MCCULLAR PROPERTIES GROUP DOES NOT GIVE ANY WARRANTY FOR Its ACCURACY. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THIS REAL ESTATE AGENCY REPRESENTS THE SELLER.
Buyers Agent must be identified on first contact & must accompany buying prospect on all showings to be allowed full participation. If this condition is not met, fee participation will be at the sole discretion of MCCULLAR PROPERTIES GROUP. No trespassing. Sellers agent must be present for showings.
