For many families, one of the top priorities in finding a new home is ensuring that their child has the best education and environment to grow up in. Just as important, however, is finding a community that suits the needs of the parents. Located just 30 minutes southeast of Dallas, Wildcat Ranch has attracted working professionals for its easy access to employment opportunities in the Dallas Metroplex. This quaint hometown, however, also knows how to provide exciting activities and events for all ages and stages of life. Here’s a closer look at what grown-ups love most about this Crandall community.
1. Socialize at the Amenity Center
Wildcat Ranch’s Amenity Center is where adults are invited to come together to enjoy limitless social possibilities. With a resort-style pool, gathering spaces, and a full-sized kitchen, residents can host everything from family parties to important business meetings. The Wildcat Ranch social committee also plans a packed calendar of events for all ages. Some events are catered specifically to adults, including couples game nights, singles sundae mingles, and adults-only movies by the pool.
2. Outdoor Excursions Galore
With a variety of outdoor amenities, it’s easy for adults to explore the beautifully landscaped greenbelts that make up Wildcat Ranch. The 4.1-mile Wildcat Ranch Trail and plentiful nature trails spread throughout the community allow adults to incorporate bike riding, walking, or hiking through the great outdoors easily into their daily routines. Multiple recreational fields spread throughout the community ensure there is ample green space for any type of outdoor sport that gets residents’ hearts pumping.
3. Take Your Furry Friend to the Dog Park
For many adults who consider their dogs their best friends, this Dallas-area community is also pet friendly, ensuring enjoyment by both two-legged and four-legged residents alike. A well-manicured dog park provides an innovative play area for pups of all ages, while a shaded pavilion area with picnic tables and benches allows their parents to relax and meet fellow dog lovers.
4. Nearby Adult-Oriented Attractions
For those looking to explore the surrounding area, there are plenty of attractions that can add excitement to any day of the week. Check out RPM Speedway for a thrilling night of dirt racing, or head to K1 Speed to get behind the wheel yourself. Golf lovers love visiting the Rusted Rail Golf Club, with a par-72 course and on-site Bar & Grill for a fun date night. Forney’s Gentle Zoo is a haven for any animal lover, with over 90 animals and a variety of activities designed to educate and inspire.
5. John Bunker Sands Wetlands Nature Center
Sometimes, the best escape for any parent is finding a place that’s quiet and peaceful. Located on the East Fork of the Trinity River, the John Bunker Sands Wetland Center is a serene escape to nature like no other in North Texas. This 2,000-acre nature preserve allows visitors to immerse themselves in diverse habitats that host 270 species of birds, including bald eagles, and scores of native mammals, reptiles, and more.
6. Restaurants and Nightlife Within Easy Reach
When it’s time to leave the kids at home for a night out on the town, Crandall’s nightlife scene is sure to provide something for everyone. From hometown cooking at Hot Rodz Diner to seafood favorites at Catfish Corral, Crandall’s restaurant scene pleases all the taste buds. After a great meal, many locals head to the area’s favored country dive bar, Outlaws Saloon. This local spot includes a live band, a large bar, and numerous TVs to watch sporting events. An outdoor patio area includes fire pits, cornhole, and horseshoe pits for guests to enjoy.
7. New Dallas-Area Homes Offer Plenty of Bang for Your Buck
Located in the heart of Crandall, Texas, adults at Wildcat Ranch can enjoy the city’s small-town charm while also taking full advantage of everything Dallas has to offer. This new Texas home town provides a wide array of single-family homes from the high $200s, and was recently named one of the nation’s top 50 best-selling master-planned communities. The community’s Model Row is open daily for tours, featuring three award-winning home builders – Beazer Homes, Express Homes, and Lennar Homes.
For more information, feel free to request our brochure and get a firsthand look at how your life would look at Wildcat Ranch. You can also visit us at WildcatRanchTexas.com or contact our office at 972.387.9038.
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