THIS BEAUTIFULLY SCENIC RANCH is located near the small town of Burton, a naturally beautiful area located in Northwest Washington County, McCain Creek Preserve has 326.297 highly desirable acres. The property has gently rolling terrain with pretty views and a good mix of open and wooded areas containing many varieties of oaks with an abundance of wildflowers and wildlife. Picturesque McCain Creek meanders through a portion of the property and borders the eastern boundary of the balance of the land. A lotus pond along with a nicely stocked lake, both located near the home, add to the scenic qualities of this fabulous property.

This beautiful preserve is the perfect setting for the numerous unique improvements blending the natural native features with elegant luxury.

A dramatic 3 Br., 3 bath Italian Mediterranean style home with approximately 4,430 square feet of ultimate luxury welcomes one and all to this outstanding preserve. The exterior of this 2 story beauty is hand stuccoed with a rock-faced foundation, handmade barrel tile roof, walkway lighting, custom made iron fencing as well as antique cast iron railing on balconies. Relax in the sparkling in-ground pool or enjoy the view from the beautiful sitting area on the back veranda which features a pair of functioning19th century beveled glass 16-pane French doors built in as a wind break, exterior stone fireplace, hand hewn antique beams and a cool off fan system.

The interior features hand hewn beams throughout most rooms with 12 ceilings down and 10 ceilings up. Includes Travertine tile as well as antique fir floor boards, custom casement windows, some with retractable screens and interior wood shutters. The home has a built-in sound system downstairs as well as on the back verandas and is set up for cable and wireless internet.

The foyer has alabaster hanging pendant lights, 4 antique fluted cypress columns and a 19th century art nouveau elevator door. The living room features Hunter ceiling fans, custom walnut bookcases and a carved stone fire place surround from France. In the kitchen you will find a 19th century French island with zinc top, granite counter-tops, copper farm sink, garbage disposal, 6 burner Viking stove with griddle and double ovens, custom copper vent hood, brass pot filler over stove, 46 cabinet faced Sub-Zero refrigerator, ceiling fan, under-counter lighting and cabinet faced dishwasher.

Awesome custom features including numerous 18th and 19th century French architectural details, which perfectly compliment, embellish and enhance the essence of the European styling.

The master bedroom has 18th century walnut French doors to the hallway and French doors leading to both the balcony and the veranda. The adjoining master bath has nickel plated faucets and hardware, Waterworks air tub, large steam shower, alabaster hanging pendant light, antique alabaster wall sconces, marble tile flooring with polished stone countertop, antique leaded glass window and French doors to back veranda. The upstairs hallway has French doors to front veranda, antique iron chandelier and a hand-forged iron elevator door out of the Spanish Embassy in Buenos Aires. The detached 2 car garage has an air conditioned and heated dog run and gym room.

THE UNIQUE, CHARMING SELF-CONTAINED POOL HOUSE with stone exterior and slate roof has two bedrooms and two baths and provides a wonderful & private quarters for visitors. The interior walls are made of Old Chicago Brick with antique cypress cabinetry and 12 ceilings. Features include appliances, 18th century French decorative panels built-in, hand hewn antique beams, a pair of 19th century Indonesian columns with stone bases, 19th century chandelier, 19th century crystal chandelier over sink, mesquite wood flooring, 19th century Chinese door to the bathroom, an 18th century arched window with hand-forged iron grate and three exterior arched glass/iron French doors from a bath house in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Upstairs is oak flooring, ceiling fans, hand carved bathroom door, wooden beams and etched glass entry door.

THE TOTALLY REMODELED AND BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED ANTIQUE HOME, a turn-of-the-century, Queen Ann style farmhouse is over 100 years old. It has three bedrooms and two and one-half baths with approximately 1,832 square feet of living area. The exterior is wood lap-board and sits on pier and beam foundation. The house was completely remodeled in 1999 and includes central air and heat. This home features 114 ceilings, two fireplaces with original mantels, oak & long leaf pine flooring and has a Viking six burner stove with griddle, range hood and double ovens. The second floor is set up as a third bedroom.

THE FOREMANS HOUSE is a Hale House from Giddings was built in 2004 and is situated just inside the entry gate. It is a 1 story wooden exterior structure with approximately 664 square feet on the first floor with a kitchen, bedroom, living room and bath. There is an additional 224 square foot upstairs with a single finished room plus attic access. It has both a front and back porch as well as an enclosed storage area with washer/dryer hookups.

THE HORSE BARN was built in 2002/2003. It is wood post construction with wood board and batting siding. The barn measures 25 X 32 and has 3 stalls, tack room and hay loft, as well as 2 large paddocks. In addition, there is a garage/shop with board and batting siding, concrete flooring, plywood decked second floor and a shed row.

This picturesque creek features bluffs overlooking crystal clear water where you can see fish swimming. The creek flows thru a portion of the property and along the eastern boundary of the rest of the tract. There are trails throughout the woods and along the creek; a beautiful place for exploring nature.

This property has so much to offer with scenic features that enhance the esthetic appeal of the property and improvements offering the ultimate in country living.