Developers propose high-end resort, homes and equestrian amenities on 740 acres
A proposed luxury resort and residential community called Wildhaven Reserve would occupy nearly 740 acres in northern Denton County, inside the city of Denton’s extraterritorial jurisdiction, according to plans released by the developer and local reports. The project, which still requires local approvals and financing, would combine single-family estates, multifamily housing, hospitality and equestrian-focused amenities.
Florida-based An Ki Land Development is the lead developer on the project. Argyle-based Noble Classic Homes is listed as the builder for the single-family portion. Early estimates show:
| Planned element | Proposed amount |
|---|---|
| Total acreage | ~740 acres |
| Undeveloped/open space | ~300 acres |
| Single-family homes | 150 |
| Multifamily units | 500 |
| Estimated project value | $350–$450 million |
What’s planned and what it would mean for Denton County
The proposal calls for 150 single-family lots — each at least one acre — and 500 multifamily residences, plus a boutique luxury hotel, a private social club, restaurants and other commercial uses. Developers say roughly 300 acres would remain as open space and that a strong equestrian focus would be central to the community’s identity.
“We’ll have great access to all of the infrastructure necessary for Western lifestyle and for people who live in the Wildhaven Reserve community to be able to very conveniently keep their horse nearby, and to be able to ride their horse on our trails, and use our arena for, whether it’s dressage or whatever type of equestrian activity they enjoy,”
The project’s hospitality and membership components are expected to represent about $250 million of the estimated costs, according to published reports. An Ki Land Development has begun raising equity and seeking financing; the company recently hosted a founding-members event at the site as part of its marketing and capital-raising effort.
Local growth context and implications
Denton County has been among the fastest-growing counties in Texas. U.S. Census Bureau estimates cited in reporting indicate the county’s population rose to about 1.07 million in 2025 from roughly 906,500 in 2020 — an increase near 18 percent over five years. That growth has driven residential, commercial and mixed-use development across the region.
For county and city officials, the Wildhaven proposal raises familiar issues: infrastructure capacity, traffic impacts, water and sewer service, land-use compatibility and the balance between development and open-space preservation. Because the site lies within Denton’s extraterritorial jurisdiction, approvals will involve coordination between the developer and municipal planners, with potential review by county agencies depending on permitting needs and utility arrangements.
- Pricing: Early estimates place single-family home prices between $1 million and $3 million.
- Economic footprint: Project valued at roughly $350–$450 million, with significant hospitality investment.
- Next steps: Developer seeking equity and financing; approvals from local authorities still required.
As the proposal moves through planning and financing stages, it could set a template for similar high-end, amenity-driven developments in North Texas or remain a single-market concept depending on capital markets and local approvals. For residents and officials in Denton County, the project represents both an economic opportunity and another test of how the region manages rapid expansion while protecting open space and local infrastructure.
