8596 NE COUNTY ROAD 1040, RICE, TX 75155

Discover 12+ acres of country living designed with the homestead lifestyle in mind. This 2016 ranch-style home offers 3 bedrooms and 3 baths, including a Jack & Jill from the garage conversion, with stained concrete floors and a farmhouse kitchen featuring black-painted cabinets and updated hardware. Blending rustic charm with modern ease, the home is energy-efficient, freshly updated with a 2023 Class 4 Impact Resistant roof, and includes built-in speakers and wiring for cameras - ready for both comfort and country living. The property is set back nearly 100 yards from the road, offering privacy with an 80-yard paved driveway. Wide front and back porches frame the home, while two gated entrances add flexibility: the east entrance is paved with a turnout for future structures, and the west entrance includes water access. A 220 RV hookup at the house adds versatility for guests or extended stays. Already 2 years into a 5-year Ag Exemption, this property can convey the goats to help maintain the land. Fencing includes a 10-foot high predator-resistant section and nine acres enclosed with high-tensile wire and 4x4 horse panels. Infrastructure supports a true homestead lifestyle: an 8x10 chicken coop with 20x10 turnout, a 20x10 loafing shed, paddock and round pen, fenced garden space, small-animal pen, and a fortified three-stall dog run with 4x16 turnout and 4x4 houses. Two ponds enhance the land - the larger front pond is ~15 feet deep, holds water year-round, and is stocked with catfish and bass, while the second pond offers additional water and recreation. A dedicated shooting platform with 100-200-300-400m berms rounds out the property's unique features. With modern systems, established fencing, livestock areas, and Ag status in progress, this property is ready for your vision. Chickens and goats can convey, making it easy to step into the homestead lifestyle from day one. See the feature sheet for more details!