Wimberley, TX 78676(Hays County)

The area is known for high end residences and a high % of sensibly restricted land, as well as top shelf water recreation on the Blanco River and Lone Man Creek. Wimberley itself is a nationally known center for arts and crafts, and many talented, highly educated and interesting individuals live in the area. For more information on Hays County, go to their website.

WATER: The site is bisected for about mile by major, spring-fed Lone Man Creek, then bordered by it for another 2,000 or so. This is strong, clear spring water, having gone dry only twice in past 18 years (per owner). The creek carves unique pathways through the forested bottoms, often creating highly unusual limestone formations along the cliff banks. There are dripping springs in several areas, and the look is mystical and eye catching.

There are two old dams on the creek, both impounding inviting holes of water, including one long and deep enough to swim laps in. Scenic waterfalls, natural swimming holes and maidenhair ferns dominate the waterscape, in a private setting that is utterly fantastic. One particularly enticing grotto has multiple stalactite formations from dripping springs that have never ceased even in the most dire drought.

A permanent spring seeps forth from a hillside near the entrance, then flows underground into Lone Man Creek. A fern-laden side canyon has a spring-fed creek that has visible flow most of the time, and includes one of the more interesting travertine grotto/waterfalls seen in this area. The house is served by a sweet water well with submersible 2HP pump that delivers 50 gpm. For further information on area groundwater, please contact the Hays Trinity Groundwater Conservation District at - 512.858.9253

LAND: Simply put, there is not a prettier, private creek bottom in the area. Almost half of this ranch is comprised of towering oak/elm/walnut, in this bottom, which is framed by dramatic, soaring ridges almost 200 above. The aforementioned side canyon, too, is extremely private, and a must-see for any site tour, with its solid rock bottom streambed boxed in by sheer limestone walls.

There is ample fertile, loamy clay bottomland for a commercial equine operation, orchard or vineyard if one so desires. The slopes are steep and covered with oak/cedar, though the tops offer buildable sites with pleasing views of the surrounding countryside, and there is 300 of elevation change found on the property.

Wildlife abounds, with native and exotic deer seen in abundance. Large flocks of turkeys often roam the area, and songbirds take over the canyons and tops during warmer weather, providing a full concert of delightful sights and sounds to immerse the senses in!

IMPROVEMENTS: The site has been improved with the greatest of care, minimizing disturbance to trees and soil, with an amazing villa/compound nestled into the bottom edge of a hill, facing west with pristine views of valley and hills. This Overland Partners-designed home has been featured in the book Dream Homes of Texas, and was the only Texas home to make an appearance in an international roster for the prestigious book, Unique Homes. The compounds appealing classic Mediterranean/Hill County look also led to features in magazines such as Custom Homes and Fine Homebuilding.

The nicely-landscaped compound is laced with flagstone patios & courtyards, vegetated with lush flowers, many fruit trees and various native plants. A gorgeous, relaxing swimming pool is the main event, large enough for laps, and deep enough for a diving board, with interesting, exposed rock columns beneath a shady arbor on one side. The entire setting is reminiscent of a fine resort, and the look is relaxed, classy and tasteful.

A fine, stone/gunmetal home of about 4,600 sf is the centerpiece, featuring far too many amenities to list, many of them custom to this home only. The owner was in the fine lumber business, and cut no corners with materials and unique custom design when this exquisite home was constructed.

Comprising 3 BR, 3.5BA, this premier-quality dwelling features rock walls, pecan floors/doors, unusual boxed cypress ceilings and lots of windows with views to the courtyards, pool and Hill Country beyond. A hallway gallery is designed to display fine art, and artisan-quality, handmade and Italian Terzanni fixtures are found throughout.

A wonderful Great Room encompasses a sitting and dining area, with huge fireplace and 15 ceilings. A sprawling master bathroom is connected to a cool meditation room, which opens to a small patio. The intriguing flow of the home is appealing, lots of nooks and crannies to inhabit/use, plus lots of interesting fixtures, craftsman-quality detail and design features.

Joined by covered walkway is a neat, 400 sf guest house of similar construction and appointments, which also has a charming, small sleeping porch beside the swimming pool. A huge, 3 car garage is fully finished out, and a wood frame game/workout room of rustic cypress features windows all sides, and about 900 sf of usable, climate controlled space. Again, in all of these, are custom and original features too numerous to list here.

SUMMARY: Skyful Estate is one of the premier, private live water, improved showplaces in the Texas Hill Country. If you seek a fine home with splendid location and proximity to Austin, tied to strong, spring water and exquisite hardwood bottoms flanked by steep hills, this rare offering should be at the top of your must see list. Thanks for taking a look, and never forget to be Skyful when you need to be.

FINANCIAL/TITLE: Listing Price is $6,300,000, cash to Sellers, who will provide current survey and basic title insurance. Mineral rights negotiable. There are visible electric lines serving the site, no other known title matters of note. The property is located in the prized Wimberley ISD, and 2010 ag-exempt taxes were about $11,500.

The information contained herein has been diligently assembled and is deemed reliable, but is not warranted by Broker or Seller, express or implied, and is subject to change, prior sale, errors and/or omissions and withdrawal from market. Buyers must verify accuracy of representations on their own, as well as investigate potentially pertinent natural attributes, laws and regulations, and draw their own conclusions regarding the usefulness and value of the property for a given purpose. SHOWN BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, DO NOT TRESPASS.

Buyers brokers must be identified on first contact, and must accompany buying prospect on first showing to be allowed full fee participation. If this condition is not met, fee participation will be at the sole discretion of LANDTX, David E. Culver, broker.