Overview: Authentic German Pioneer homestead dating to 1848 on 22 fertile acres with multiple barns & outbuildings. Located just 6.4 miles (9 minutes) from Fredericksburg, Texas in Eastern Gillespie County. This multi-purpose property is unrestricted allowing for short term rental or primary residence use.
Improvements: The centerpiece of the property is the charming 2 story farmhouse with 18 inch walls which boasts 4-5 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms, original rock walls with wood floors. The original structure was built in 1848 and has been added on to and modernized over the years. There is a heated swimming pool & hot tub and fire pit along with multiple covered porches and observation deck. Additionally, there is a great wood 2 story barn converted into performance space that has hosted dinners, music events and potentially could be used for weddings or other events. Old barns and o...
Improvements: The centerpiece of the property is the charming 2 story farmhouse with 18 inch walls which boasts 4-5 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms, original rock walls with wood floors. The original structure was built in 1848 and has been added on to and modernized over the years. There is a heated swimming pool & hot tub and fire pit along with multiple covered porches and observation deck. Additionally, there is a great wood 2 story barn converted into performance space that has hosted dinners, music events and potentially could be used for weddings or other events. Old barns and outbuildings add to the properties deep historical past. A water well with 30,000 gallon concrete storage tank services the homestead with septic system and CTEC power in place.
Land: The land gently slopes up to the improvement area where large live oak, post oak, mesquite and pecan trees surround the homestead. The adjoining pastures are improved suitable for livestock grazing, hay or agriculture. There are pleasant views of the neighboring hills offering an extremely private setting. The property is cross fenced in to multiple pastures. The property is accessed off blacktop Knopp School Road with electric front entry gate and crushed granite road up to the improvement area.
Financial / Title : The property carries a current Ag exemption with Gillespie County and 2020 property taxes were $7,819.68. The seller will offer basic title insurance and existing survey. Acceptable terms to seller are cash and conventional financing. Current owners have a binder with title ownership from 1847-1950 which will convey with sale in addition to multiple framed photos of the homestead.
From Fredericksburg North on HWY 16, Right on Knopp School Road, property will be 1/2 mile down on the left.