9689 E Fm 837 Hidden gem ranch estate on 38 acres located south of Athens and north of Palestine in the highly desirable Bradford-Brushy Creek Timber Area, offering privacy, beauty, and exceptional versatility. The remodeled main home features an open-concept kitchen, dining, and living space centered around a dramatic floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace and oversized 10x10 granite island. Chef’s kitchen includes all new stainless appliances, warming drawer, under counter microwave, and hidden appliance cabinet. Split-bedroom design offers a spacious owner’s suite with his and her closets, soaking tub, separate shower, private water closet, and dual vanities. Dedicated home office, private guest bath, plus powder room. Front and back porches include a screened back porch ideal for entertaining. Outdoors, enjoy three ponds, scenic pastures, cross fencing, and impressive equestrian facilities including a 6-stall barn, two 10x12 tack rooms, wash station, 12x12 circular riding ring, and 9 additional pens turnouts. The 7, 000 sq ft barn also includes separate living quarters with bedroom, two bathrooms, living room with stone fireplace, utility room, two storage rooms, and an additional kitchen, ideal for guests, caretakers, or multi-generational living. This is a rare East Texas property that truly delivers on lifestyle and function.