txcajun said:
My wife and I own land outside of Gause, TX which is just west of Hearne, TX, about 8-10 miles, on the other side of the Brazos River. There really isn't much out there, and the people who do live outside of Gause seem nice, and own large ranches. My only concern is the proximity to Hearne, but we're not in the same county, as we're in Milam County. Any thoughts/concerns? Looking to build and live here for the long-term, putting kids in private school, grandparents are retired. My only worry is if we ever had to sell.
Thanks!
We have some of the property south of Gause.
The local elementary school is good, and I believe you have the option to go through Hearne, Milano (good school), or Cameron for upper levels. The local churches are good communities.
For shopping, you've got a small country store (Coats Grocery), which is very small but they are good people and have the basics. Otherwise, you're traveling into bigger cities.
I love it out there (being close to the ranch), but mostly spend weekends there. I'm not sure that I see any concern from Hearne. It's not like it's a fast growing place, and there is generally enough distance that people aren't going to cause problems or migrate through anything in Gause.
I'm not sure I'd see the appeal if it weren't for the cattle and land.