About - Warner Reserve By Small Ranches

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Texas Land

Our Mission

To Empower Families to
Create Lasting Legacies

Small Ranches was founded on a single belief: that the experience of owning real, working Texas land should be within reach of more than just the ultra-wealthy. By thoughtfully planning and developing shared ranch communities, we make that possible.

Our flagship property — The Warner Reserve — sits on 1,815 pristine acres near Milford, Texas. Just 45 minutes from Dallas. A century-old ranch, untouched and protected in perpetuity, now shared by 100 families who each own their private homesite while sharing nearly 1,000 acres of preserved wilderness together.

This is land ownership redefined. Own the experience of 1,000 acres for the price of 10.

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What We Stand For

Our Core Values

Every decision at Small Ranches flows from these principles — from how we plan a community to how we answer the phone.

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Stewardship

We protect Texas land for future generations. No wells. No pipelines. No drill sites. Greenspace preserved in perpetuity.

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Accessibility

Legacy ranch living should not require owning thousands of acres alone. We make it attainable — without sacrificing quality or scale.

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Community

100 families. One shared wilderness. Resort amenities built for connection. The Warner Reserve is more than land — it is a community.

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Authenticity

No manufactured charm. Real Texas land, real Texas nature — ancient oaks, rolling hills, wildlife, and open sky. Untouched.

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Quality

Every road, gate, utility line, and amenity is built to the highest standard. Approved builders. Thoughtful infrastructure. No corners cut.

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Legacy

We build communities meant to be passed down. Land your grandchildren will walk. A retreat your family will return to for generations.

The Warner Reserve Story

A Century of Texas History.
A Future for Your Family.

The land that is now the Warner Reserve has been part of Texas ranch country for over a hundred years. It remained untouched — free of industrial development, wells, and pipelines — when most of its neighbors were not. That rarity is what makes it so extraordinary.

When Small Ranches acquired the property, the mission was clear: protect this land, thoughtfully plan 100 private homesites across its 1,815 acres, and build the infrastructure and resort amenities that would make it a true community — not just a subdivision.

"We didn't want to develop this land. We wanted to preserve it — and make sure 100 families could enjoy all of it."

Today, the Warner Reserve features two expansive lakes, a two-mile scenic creek, a grand clubhouse, an infinity pool, a Par 3 golf course, a skeet and trap range, pickleball and tennis courts, and miles of hiking trails — all less than 45 minutes from Dallas.

By the Numbers

The Warner Reserve at a Glance

Everything you need to know about the scale, rarity, and quality of the Warner Reserve.

1,815

Total Acres

Of pristine Texas ranch country, less than 45 min from DFW

100

Private Homesites

The only 100 lots that will ever exist here — no exceptions

~1,000

Preserved Wilderness

Acres of shared, protected land exclusively for lot owners

2 mi+

Scenic Creek

Winding through the property alongside two expansive lakes

Resort Amenities

Pool, golf, skeet range, clubhouse, trails, courts & more

< 45

Minutes to Dallas

Direct I-35 access — effortless commute, total escape

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Drill-Site Free

No wells, no pipelines, no industrial interference. Ever.

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Preserved in Perpetuity

Greenspace protected forever — for you and your grandchildren

Our Journey

From Vision to Reality

How the Warner Reserve went from a century-old working ranch to one of the most exclusive ranch communities near Dallas–Fort Worth.

The Beginning

A Century-Old Ranch

The land that would become the Warner Reserve has operated as Texas ranch country for over 100 years — untouched, undeveloped, and uncommonly preserved.

The Acquisition

Small Ranches Acquires the Property

Recognizing the extraordinary rarity of this land — pristine, close to DFW, and free of all industrial encroachment — Small Ranches acquires the full 1,815-acre tract.

The Vision

Planning the Warner Reserve

Working with engineers, architects, and land planners, Small Ranches designs 100 private homesites surrounded by 963+ acres of dedicated, protected greenspace.

Infrastructure

Building the Community

Private gated roads, water, electricity, and high-speed internet are brought to every lot. Resort amenities — the clubhouse, pool, golf course, and more — take shape across the land.

Today

Lots Now Available

The Warner Reserve is open for private tours and lot purchases. Only 100 homesites will ever be offered. Families are choosing their lots now — before they are gone forever.

Our Promise

We Build Communities,
Not Subdivisions.

At Small Ranches, the amenities are not an afterthought. They are a core part of what makes the Warner Reserve a true community — designed from the ground up for families who want to share something exceptional.

10,000 sq. ft. grand clubhouse with ballroom
Resort-style infinity pool with ranch views
Par 3 golf course, skeet & trap range
Pickleball & tennis courts
Miles of hiking trails through native Texas landscape
Two expansive lakes & a 2-mile scenic creek

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The Difference

Own 10 Acres.
Experience 1,000.

The Warner Reserve model is simple: each of 100 families owns their private homesite, while sharing nearly 1,000 acres of preserved wilderness exclusively with one another. The result is a level of land access that typically requires owning a property 100x the size.

Private homesite ownership — your land, your build
Exclusive shared access to ~1,000 protected acres
No public access — gated community, private roads
Flexible financing — bank or owner-financed terms
Potential 100% tax-deductible advantage

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Built on Purpose.Rooted in Texas.

To Empower Families toCreate Lasting Legacies