Jay Jones
I was raised in the Rio Grande Valley near Harlingen, TX. I graduated from SMU in 1975 and upon graduation, I began my banking career in Mexico City, where I became proficient with the language and culture of Mexico. Before returning to the Rio Grande Valley, I worked for the OCC as a bank examiner in Oklahoma for 2 years. Then I settled into a 23 year banking career in the Valley as owner-operator of several small family-owned banks, which dealt predominantly in agriculture and real estate. My family and I moved to Fredericksburg in the Texas Hill Country in 1998 after retiring from banking. My real estate career started in 2004 with a broker in Llano, TX, specializing in ranches. In 2010, Jones Ranch Realty was established, specializing in ranch and rural properties, including homes on acreage. My expertise in rural properties is based on an understanding of the real estate market, extensive knowledge of real estate transactions & closing, access issues, water, surveys, easements and topographical characteristics of the land. Due to my background in finance, I understand and work with many local financial institutions that help close the sale. My skills in contract negotiation and conflict resolution are important to bringing a transaction to fruition. I also follow up and make myself available after the sale for questions, recommendations, referrals for farm & ranch improvements, ag & wildlife exemptions, and any general advice. Customer satisfaction is my chief goal. Understanding the details of the purchase and insuring that my client has been well represented are of utmost importance. I will be accessible and respond quickly to my clients needs and questions. Services – * Knowledge of market conditions * Experience in business, real estate finance, ranch properties * Mapping of a ranch * Knowledge of qualified contractors to assist in management and maintenance of the ranch *Water well drillers, fence building, land clearing, brush control, enhancing water features on a ranch
$4,772,000 • 129.8 acres
129.8± Acres | 12 Miles from Fredericksburg | Pedernales River Frontage Historic late-1800s German stone home (remodeled in 1998) offering 2BR/3BA and timeless Hill Country charm. The residence features an inviting living room, bright sunroom with expansive views of the ranch, cozy kitchen, upstairs bedroom and bath, and exterior stair access to a private office space. Additional improvements include: • Detached guest cabin with full bath and sitting area • Stunning 1BR/1BA limestone guest house constructed from reclaimed stone of the original German barn, featuring a full kitchen, spacious great room, indoor gas log fireplace, and outdoor wood-burning fireplace • Well-maintained, functional equipment barn for storage and ranch operations All improvements are thoughtfully arranged in a private family-compound setting with easy paved road access, just 15 minutes from Fredericksburg. The 129.8-acre ranch offers approximately 1,160± feet of Pedernales River frontage (both sides), improved grasses, mature oaks and cedar elms, wet-weather creek, lined stock tank, and quality fencing. Currently utilized for cattle grazing and hay production, the property also provides excellent hunting including whitetail deer, Axis, turkey, dove, and wild hogs. Water improvements include two strong wells (45 GPM and 60–80 GPM). No deed restrictions. A gas pipeline crosses the ranch but is not visually noticeable.
129.8± Acres | 12 Miles from Fredericksburg | Pedernales River Frontage Historic late-1800s German stone home (remodeled in 1998) offering 2BR/3BA and timeless Hill Country charm. The residence features an inviting living room, bright sunroom with expansive views of the ranch, cozy kitchen, upstairs bedroom and bath, and exterior stair access to a private office space. Additional improvements include: • Detached guest cabin with full bath and sitting area • Stunning 1BR/1BA limestone guest house constructed from reclaimed stone of the original German barn, featuring a full kitchen, spacious great room, indoor gas log fireplace, and outdoor wood-burning fireplace • Well-maintained, functional equipment barn for storage and ranch operations All improvements are thoughtfully arranged in a private family-compound setting with easy paved road access, just 15 minutes from Fredericksburg. The 129.8-acre ranch offers approximately 1,160± feet of Pedernales River frontage (both sides), improved grasses, mature oaks and cedar elms, wet-weather creek, lined stock tank, and quality fencing. Currently utilized for cattle grazing and hay production, the property also provides excellent hunting including whitetail deer, Axis, turkey, dove, and wild hogs. Water improvements include two strong wells (45 GPM and 60–80 GPM). No deed restrictions. A gas pipeline crosses the ranch but is not visually noticeable.
$2,950,000 • 10.01 acres
This luxurious home, located in Hidden Springs, Fredericksburg was designed by and featured on the cover of HOUSE BEAUTIFUL, Oct 2021. This 4BR 4.5BA, 3,923 SQ Ft home sits on 10 acres in Gillespie and Kendall counties with outstanding with long distant views to the South looking down toward the ranch below. Trees and vegetation offer beautiful colors and privacy
This luxurious home, located in Hidden Springs, Fredericksburg was designed by and featured on the cover of HOUSE BEAUTIFUL, Oct 2021. This 4BR 4.5BA, 3,923 SQ Ft home sits on 10 acres in Gillespie and Kendall counties with outstanding with long distant views to the South looking down toward the ranch below. Trees and vegetation offer beautiful colors and privacy
