859 Acres in Spicewood, TX - $6,794,000

IMPROVEMENTS: There is an ultra custom, 3,388 sq.ft. 3 bedroom/3 bath main home recently built in 2002 that displays fine craftsman and an array of natural materials for an atmosphere of rustic elegance. The centermost Great Room features a vaulted wood ceiling with exposed beams and trusses and end walls of native stone, one integrating a fireplace. An archway on the other wall frames views to the island kitchen with knotty alder cabinetry, double stainless steel refrigerators, commercial grade range, island with oversized sink and glass front cabinetry to display tabletop items. Architectural details and accents include soffit lighting, recessed lighting and wall sconces for atmosphere, and richly stained and glazed concrete floors. Adjoining the kitchen is an intimate living area or library that features a second stone fireplace and built-in cabinetry for media. An enclosed porch continues the stained concrete flooring and provides access to the shady manicured grounds and sweeping views from its floor to ceiling windows. A dramatic wood ceiling and sitting area are featured in the split master bedroom that is expanded by a luxury bath with split granite topped vanities, spa tub and shower. Two other bedrooms and two full baths complete the floor plan. There is also a vintage ranch house perfect for entertaining guests on the north end of the ranch with sleeping accommodations for 8.

Other Improvements: Outdoor entertainment options include stone patios with a firepit and extensive manicured lawn for party or play. An attractive open carport with storage and low rock wall sides could double as an entertainment pavilion. Ranch buildings include a barn, deer pens, high-fenced perimeter, and an excellent road system in place.

TERRAIN: The diverse terrain ranges from open pastures with oak studded creek bottoms to significant hills and valleys on the southern end of the ranch.

VEGETATION: A large amount of the cedar has been cleared creating a park-like setting in many areas of the ranch, including the lush lawn on the grounds surrounding the main house. Giant live oaks can be found throughout the ranch.

WATER: There is a spring-fed creek which has been dammed to create a beautiful lake which offers great fishing, swimming, kayaking, etc. There are 4 water wells on the ranch, one of which is able to produce 100 GPM.

WILDLIFE: In 1992 all native deer were removed from the ranch and 30 bred does from a prominent South Texas ranch were released on the property. Since then the deer herd has been heavily managed resulting in some of the finest trophy whitetail found anywhere in the hill country.

MINERALS: All owned will convey.

TAXES: Wildlife tax exemption.