Dallas real estate

Ranch of the Week: Practical Horse Property in Princeton, TX

By Kathryn Roan | July 19, 2014 | Comments Off on Ranch of the Week: Practical Horse Property in Princeton, TX

I know we cover a lot of high-end, amazing properties here at SecondShelters.com, but let’s face it: That’s purely window shopping for the vast majority of us. This week, I decided to showcase a darling little property in Princeton. The ranch at 9176 Lakeridge Drive is the type of property I sell all the time.…

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Luxury Corsicana Lakefront Property Perfect for a Swift Escape

By Briggs Freeman Sotheby's Int'l Realty | July 9, 2014 | Comments Off on Luxury Corsicana Lakefront Property Perfect for a Swift Escape

Summer months in Texas reach scorching hot temperatures. You need a home where you can beat the heat in style with family and friends. Look no further than 472 White Rock Road – your own personal vacation spot at Richland Chambers Reservoir. While just an hour away from Downtown Dallas, it is a convenient and…

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Ranch of the Week: Bienvenidos a La Bella Vida

By Kathryn Roan | June 13, 2014 | Comments Off on Ranch of the Week: Bienvenidos a La Bella Vida

I don’t know if a summer spent sunning on the Andalucían coast just permanently got into my head, but every time I see a good, old-fashioned Spanish home, I get a major case of the I Wants. La Bella Vida is no exception, with an oh-so-impressive drive-up appeal and classic sculpted fountain entryway.

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Ranch of the Week: Grand Texas Country Home in Italy, TX

By Kathryn Roan | June 6, 2014 | Comments Off on Ranch of the Week: Grand Texas Country Home in Italy, TX

Well, looky here! Surely this charmer is someone’s dreamhome. Located within the magical one hour bubble from D/FW in Italy (pronounced It-LEE, if you’re a local), this stunning estate on 33 white-fenced acres is sure to please. If you haven’t visited yet, Italy is a lovely community with many ridiculously awesome horse farms and ranches,…

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Ranch of the Week: Stunning Ranch Home in Mabank, TX

By Kathryn Roan | May 30, 2014 | Comments Off on Ranch of the Week: Stunning Ranch Home in Mabank, TX

If Mabank is the new Athens, then this house is the place to be. Located a mere 60 miles from Dallas, this is the perfect weekender, but is close enough to the city to commute if you need to. For the price of a typical subdivision home in Highland Park, you can have your own…

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Ranch of the Week: Rustic Ranch Paradise in Bells, TX

By Kathryn Roan | May 9, 2014 | Comments Off on Ranch of the Week: Rustic Ranch Paradise in Bells, TX

The more I look at property in Grayson County, the more I like it. Green grass, tons of big trees, serenely peaceful and quiet. Properties out here are truly country living, and the ranch at 3445 McFarland in Bells, TX is no exception.

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