BLUE BIRD HAVEN ESTATES, MADISONVILLE, TX 77864

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Madison County Texas

“MADISON COUNTY. Madison County is located in central East Texas. Madisonville, the county seat and largest town, is near interstate Highway 45 about 100 miles northwest of Houston; the town is at 30°57' north latitude and 95°55' west longitude, close to the center of the county. Madison County includes 473 square miles primarily of post oak savannah, a mixture of post oak woods and grasslands. The northeast and south-central parts of the county are in the Blackland Prairies region; the southeast corner of the county lies in the Piney Woods.

In 2014 the census counted 13,861 people living in Madison County. Almost 73 percent of residents age twenty-five and older had four years of high school, and almost 12 percent had college degrees. In the early twenty-first century agribusiness, oil production, and a state prison were key elements of the area's economy. In 2002 the

county had 890 farms and ranches covering 244,524 acres, 52 percent of which were devoted to pasture, 38 percent to crops, and 8 percent to woodlands. In that year local farmers and ranchers earned $15,829,000. Nursery crops, cattle, horses, and poultry were the chief agricultural products.

Madison County is crossed by Interstate Highway 45 and has a road network that in 2002 totaled 507 lane miles. One public airport provides service to the county. Madisonville (population, 4,708) is the county's seat of government and largest town; other communities include Midway (236), North Zulch (600), and Normangee (668, mostly in Leon County). The scenic Texas Brazos Trail runs through Madison County, and Madisonville hosts the Texas Mushroom Festival in October” (Hodges, 2/12/2016).

Beautiful Entrance Garden

ENTER THE PROPERTY THROUGH A GATE FROM COLLARD ST AND TRAVEL TO THE HOME BY THE LONG ASPHALT DRIVEWAY. YOU ARE WELCOMED BY THE BEAUTIFUL ENTRANCE GARDEN DUBBED “THE GARDEN OF THE KING”. THERE IS AN ARCWAY WOODEN BRIDGE, SEVERAL BENCHES, ROSES, SHRUBBERY AND A RUNNING WATER FOUNTAIN, “THE POND OF PEACE”.

BLUE BIRD

HAVEN ESTATES

BLUE BIRD HAVEN ESTATES, MADISONVILLE, TX 77864

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION

Blue Bird Haven Estate in Madisonville Available: Roses and honeysuckle are blooming at this beautiful 4.36-acre property located within the city limits. The immaculate home features 4 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms, breakfast and formal dining areas, island kitchen, bonus room, library studio and wood burning fireplace. The gorgeous property features a gated entrance, exquisite garden entrance, large back porch, and storage building all on the secluded, manicured acreage. This property has hosted weddings and parties and is perfect for entertaining large crowds or small gatherings. Enjoy the grandeur of this lovely estate by making it your permanent residence, a new wedding venue or a Bed and Breakfast Retreat!!

For those who enjoy the ambiance of a small town, but the convenience and culture of a larger city, Madisonville is perfectly located. A small community of 4,159 people, we are often called the “Gateway to Bryan/College Station” which is only 35 minutes away and the home of Texas A&M University.

Centrally located between Houston and Dallas, by car, Madisonville is within three hours of over 16 million people, including the cities of Houston, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Austin, San Antonio.

Whether enjoying the amenities at Lake Madison, playing golf at Oak Ridge Country Club, or dining in the historic Woodbine Hotel, you’re sure to find a warm welcome ML# 23624870

BLUE BIRD HAVEN ESTATES, MADISONVILLE, TX 77864

2018 Upcoming Community Events 05-05-2018

Annual Celebration of the Madisonville Sidewalk Cattlemen's Association Cattlemen’s Pavilion - 800 North May Street- Madisonville, TX 77864

The annual festivities of this storied local club include live music, a barbecue cook-off, a kids’ cook-off, and an art auction supporting scholarships for Madisonville students. Steak Dinner & Dance – May 5, 2018 BBQ Cook off – May 18 & 19, 2018 www.sidewalkcattlemens.com 05-05-2018

Madisonville Volunteer Fire Department Garage Sale 1617 East Main Street, Madisonville, TX 77864

One of the big social events of the season. The garage sale put on by the Madisonville Volunteer Fire & Rescue will be held Saturday, May 5th. Delicious food will be sold. All proceeds benefit the Madisonville Volunteer Fire & Rescue. 05-11-2018 from 06:00 PM till 08:00 PM

Shop & Stroll The "Square" Downtown Madisonville

There will be music, karaoke, care & motorcycle display, restaurants offering drink and dinner specials and special shopping discounts.

BLUE BIRD HAVEN ESTATES, MADISONVILLE, TX 77864

from 05-18-2018 12:00 AM till 05-19-2018 01:00 AM

Annual Celebration of the Madisonville Sidewalk Cattlemen's Associaton Cattlemen's Pavilion - 800 North May Street - Madisonville, TX 77864

The annual festivities of this storied local club include live music, a barbecue cook-off, a kids’ cook-off, and an art auction supporting scholarships for Madisonville students. Steak Dinner & Dance – May 5, 2018 BBQ Cook off – May 18 & 19, 2018 www.sidewalkcattlemens.com 06-08-2018 from 06:00 PM till 06:00 PM

Shop & Stroll The "Square" Downtown Madisonville

There will be music, karaoke, care & motorcycle display, restaurants offering drink and dinner specials and special shopping discounts. 07-04-2018 from 04:00 PM till 10:00 PM

July 4th Celebration Lake Madison 1215 E. Collard Madisonville, TX 77864

Lake Madison is the place to be on Independence Day, with splash pad fun, food from local vendors, live entertainment, and fireworks over the water after sundown. 08-10-2018 from 06:00 PM till 06:00 PM

Shop & Stroll The "Square" Downtown Madisonville

BLUE BIRD HAVEN ESTATES, MADISONVILLE, TX 77864

There will be music, karaoke, care & motorcycle display, restaurants offering drink and dinner specials and special shopping discounts. from 08-17-2018 till 08-19-2018

Madisonville Noon Lion's Club Annual Hunting & Gun Show 111 West Trinity Street Madisonville, TX 77864

On the third weekend of August, head to the Truman Kimbro Convention Center to browse the latest and greatest hunting gear ahead of the upcoming season.

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When it comes to events in Madisonville, the undisputed highlight of the entire year is the

celebration of everyone’s favorite fungus: the Texas Mushroom Festival. But that’s just one of

many delightful town happenings that occur in Madisonville throughout the year. From family-

friendly holiday activities to exciting power sport races, most months have at least one special

event that’s worth checking out. So before you plan your trip, use these suggestions as a guide

to the best times to be in Madisonville. LOADING...

6 BLUE BIRD HAVEN ESTATES, MADISONVILLE, TX 77864

Current and Proposed Use Currently, Blue Bird Haven Estates is a single-family residence featuring 4 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms, library, and art studio on a gorgeous 4.361-acre estate with lush landscaping and garden. Offers an excellent wedding venue and photography location. Seller has used the property for Weddings, Ministry retreats, Artist retreats, Art classes and Corporate team building services in the past. Great opportunity for future wedding venue, bed and breakfast, or a retreat center that could accommodate large numbers of guests.

7 BLUE BIRD HAVEN ESTATES, MADISONVILLE, TX 77864

References

City of Madisonville, Anonymous, Visitors Bureau 2010-2016, “Upcoming Events” accessed on

April 25, 2018, http://visitmadisonville.org/upcomingevents.htm.

Handbook of Texas Online, Ann E. Hodges, "Madison County," accessed April 25, 2018,

http://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/online/articles/hcm01.

Uploaded on June 15, 2010. Modified on February 12, 2016. Published by the

Texas State Historical Association.