luxury farmhouses for sale Gillespie County, United States

NEW OPPORTUNITY WITH IMPROVED PRICING - TWO ESTATE HOMES, GUEST HOUSE, AND 116± ACRES just minutes from Fredericksburg create one of the Texas Hill Country's most compelling legacy property offerings. Designed for multi-generational living and entertaining, Dos Corazon Ranch features two primary residences, a guest house, resort-style pool and spa, and beautifully maintained grounds surrounded by rolling Hill Country views. Casa Santa Barbara is a 6,835± SF Spanish Mission-style residence featuring 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 2 half baths, 3 living areas, a private office, and expansive verandas. Mexican tile, reclaimed architectural elements, and distinctive finishes showcase exceptional craftsmanship throughout, as a stunning courtyard with water features welcomes you to the front entrance. The Farmhouse is the second primary home and offers 5,740± SF with 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, 2 living areas, a theater room, timber beams, and a dramatic stone fireplace. Additionally, a guest house provides 1,208± SF with 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, ideal for guests, extended family, or ranch staff. The 116± acre ranch is perimeter fenced, wildlife exempt, and home to a resident herd of Blackbuck antelope. Mature oaks, gently rolling terrain, and thoughtful land stewardship create a park-like setting with exceptional privacy and long-range views. Infrastructure includes a paved internal road system, 3 water wells, 3 septic systems and 2 Generac generators. Located minutes from Fredericksburg's Main Street, acclaimed wineries, fine dining, and Gillespie County Airport, Dos Corazon Ranch offers a rare combination of luxury, privacy, and accessibility. Whether envisioned as a primary residence, private retreat, or legacy property, opportunities of this scale, quality, and versatility are increasingly difficult to find.

Description: 3 Creeks Ranch is a extraordinary live-water property in highly sought after Gillespie County, conveniently located minutes to Main Street Fredericksburg. The tastefully restored historic improvements coupled with miles of spring-fed creeks, stunning views, and fertile improved pastureland make this a truly unique offering. Improvements: The traditional Hill Country German-style Main House, originally built in the 1850s, and recently restored by Daniel Jenschke in 2007, is 5,300sf with 3 bedrooms and 4 baths. The expertly updated home includes a chef's kitchen and two-storied great room with a bar, living and dining area, naturally lit through clerestory windows and a bank of French doors. Luxurious details include an underground wine cellar, sleeping loft above a second living area, water softener and R/O system, timber beams and limestone masonry, a screened porch with built-in grill and wood burning pizza oven, full-size tennis/pickleball court with basketball hoop, and an attached 2-car garage. A guest cottage is directly adjacent to the main home and is 860± sf with one bedroom, one full bath, along with a living room and kitchen. The Primary Barn, also located near the Main House, has a concrete foundation and four (4) additional parking spaces for tractors and ranch vehicles and offers a flex space/bedroom with a full bath, plus a 1,428sf carriage house apartment above the barn with one bedroom and a half bath. The “Petsch House” is a traditional German-style Hill Co.home with modern amenities. Built in 1858, this 3,237sf 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home has a full kitchen, living area, dining, laundry room, and covered front porch. This homesite features a unique limestone carport, a 100-year-old horse barn and enclosed hay barn. The historic 1874 “Kile House” is a 2,767sf stone, German homestead redesigned by local architect Eric Mustard and restored and rebuilt in 2020 by Bill Dunn Construction. There is an additional 60'x40' metal storage barn with concrete foundation on this homesite. The ranch is cross-fenced into multiple pastures, allowing for easy rotational grazing. The cross-fencing and permitter fencing have all been kept in great condition. There are also miles of improved chip-seal roads allowing easy access across the ranch, along with lots of roads accessible by ATV, horse, or trail bike. Water: Hence the ranch’s namesake, there are 3 spring-fed creeks that flow through the property. Hunters Creek, the strongest of the 3 creeks, bisects the middle of the ranch with 4,375ft of frontage on both sides ensuring total control and privacy of your water. 4 dams/spillways have been constructed along Hunters Creek to further expand the recreational potential of the live water. There are a total of 9 water wells on the ranch, 6 ponds and multiple cattle troughs. Terrain: The ranch has approximately 235 acres of improved pastureland, with 180 acres currently planted in Coastal and 55 acres in Klein Grass. The place is studded with countless sizable Live Oaks, Post Oaks, and Spanish Oaks, and the creek bottoms are lined with stunning giant Cypress and other native hardwoods. Elevations range from 1500 - 1740ft above sea level, with the high-points offering gorgeous panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Wildlife: Native whitetail, turkey, and free-ranging Axis Deer. In the SE corner is a 70+/- acre high-fenced exotic pasture with Red Stag, Black Buck, and Fallow Deer. Taxes: A portion of the ranch is under Wildlife Exemption, with the remainder being Ag exempt.

A rare opportunity for the serious agricultural or horticultural buyer, this 50± acre ag-exempt property offers a beautiful two-story stone farmhouse, substantial infrastructure, strong water, and a state-of-the-art horticulture facility. A 4,100± SF two-story stone farmhouse modeled after a traditional German homestead anchors the property. The home offers 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms with a functional layout that includes two living areas, two dining spaces, two fireplaces, and a large kitchen designed for entertaining. Classic wood flooring runs throughout the home, complemented by traditional details in the design and finishes. The primary suite is located downstairs, with two additional ensuite bedrooms upstairs, along with a screened-in porch balcony perfect for Hill Country evenings. A large tiled outdoor patio extends from the living space for gatherings and everyday use. A core improvement on the property is the 5,850± SF horticulture barn. The barn is fully conditioned and equipped with six HVAC units, water filtration systems with multiple storage tanks, Anden dehumidifiers, FloraFlex grow lights, and a full-service backup generator with dedicated propane tank. Replacement cost on this level of infrastructure would be significant, making this a compelling option for buyers seeking immediate operational capability. In addition, the property features a strong 100 GPM water well. The acreage surrounding the improvements features sandy soil pastures well-suited for horses or livestock. These fields contain productive grasses, with the property perimeter fenced and cross-fenced into multiple pasture areas. Two loafing sheds are already in place, making the property ready for immediate agricultural or equestrian use. A third structure on the property is ready for your vision as a future garage space, workshop, or guest apartment. Properties with this combination of home, water, infrastructure, and usable land rarely come to market.

Texas Hill Country Estate , Live Water , Luxury Meets Legacy Experience unmatched privacy, timeless elegance, and natural abundance in this extraordinary Texas Hill Country estate, where stewardship of the land meets luxurious living. Encompassing a pristine landscape of 417+/- acres, this property is defined by numerous natural springs that feed the tributaries flowing into Spring Creek. Ideal for crafting a legacy retreat, the land features year-round live water and has the opportunity to create multiple low water dams to serve as magnets for native wildlife. Anchoring the estate is a masterfully reimagined 1800s homestead, exquisitely restored by acclaimed Hill Country builder Richard Laughlin. This elegant two-bedroom, one-bath residence - encompassing 1,300 square feet - has been transformed from its original rock shell into a refined blend of historic character and modern luxury. Meticulous stonework, curated finishes, and thoughtful design elevate the charm of this rare architectural jewel blending heritage with comfort. Adjacent lies a stunning Laughlin Homes built barndominium, offering a sophisticated one-bedroom, one-bath guest home with opportunity to expand into the additional storage built into the structure. Whether used for guests, staff, or an exclusive retreat, this space reflects both beauty and versatility. After a day exploring the land, relax and lounge in the custom-built pool, artfully designed to resemble a classic Texas cistern - a stylish nod to Hill Country heritage with a modern twist. Set against sweeping views, it’s the perfect spot to watch the sunset paint the sky while deer, wild turkeys, and native birds wander nearby. Additional estate amenities are exceptional: a three-car garage, three-car carport, an equipment barn with power and water, plus an additional equipment shed, provide seamless functionality for both lifestyle and land management. Two water wells, rainwater catchment, and a whole-house backup generator ensure enduring self-sufficiency and peace of mind. For those who seek the ultimate in privacy, natural beauty, and elevated rural living, this property is an unparalleled sanctuary. Whether you are savoring peace and solitude, gathering around crackling campfires under starry nights, or uncovering historic artifacts from the land’s rich past, every moment here is an invitation to reconnect—with nature, with history, and with yourself. If your desire is to build a private family compound, exclusive hunting estate, or a luxury ranch retreat, this is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to steward a remarkable piece of the Texas Hill Country located 20 minutes from downtown Fredericksburg.