42 Acres in Stonewall, TX - $1,395,000

Description: A premier location has incredible live water features. It is unusual to find this amount of water on this size property. Over 1700 feet of both sides of the South Grape Creek combine with a stocked pond. A forest of manicured trees buffers a creative arrangement of improvements, featuring a turn-of-the-century homestead and vintage wood barn, and a stunning modern classic home by noted Texas architect Isaac Maxwell.

Improvements: The sophisticated 3,966 sq. ft. Main Residence has an attached 2-car garage & detached hot tub enclosure with arbor off the master suite. Four sculptural stucco & stone fireplaces add warmth to this fine Isaac Maxwell creation that is embellished with his noteworthy metal lighting fixtures that include 2 torchieres in the gallery separating the foyer from the vaulted living room. Architectural details include ceilings of Texas cypress or pine vigas, deep skylights, plus a clerestory in the living room. Soft natural influences include Tennessee sandstone for the flooring and stained millwork for the abundance of furniture-quality cabinets and built-ins.

A second, Historic residence is the original 1,550 sq. ft. two-story frame homestead with romantic full-length porches, numerous charming rooms and one bath. It is accompanied by a small wood hay barn that adds great charm to the grounds. Walkways between these 2 homes are crushed granite and include a cedar arbor intertwined with wisteria.

The property also contains a metal equipment shed of which 1600 s.f. is open, & 800 is an enclosed shop area & small staff quarters. One good water well supplies water to the improvements. There is also perimeter fencing and welded metal pens.

Water: These 42+ acres have beautiful South Grape Creek flowing through the property, one of the outstanding tributaries in the rich Pedernales River Valley. There are rare 1700 feet of both sides of this crystal clear flowing water. Large pools of water and good flow add to the premium quality. This refreshing year-around water provides good fishing and supports an abundance of native wildlife. There is one deep water well believed to pump 100 GPM.

Vegetation: The front part of the property is improved pasture Klein grass with attractive post oaks & a 5 acre Coastal Bermuda field. There is an additional 4 acre Klein grass field on the rear of the property. The remainder of the land is native range on both sides of the creek.

Minerals: Owner will convey all of owned mineral interest.

Utilities: Central Texas Coop; private well

Schools: Fredericksburg I.S.D., Stonewall Elementary

Taxes: $8,121.35. Agricultural exemption