One of Howard Ranch's premier creekfront estates, this gated 4.5-acre property offers nearly 9,000 square feet of living space, a resort-style pool, detached guest house, and rare live water frontage along the crystal-clear waters of Onion Creek. Whether you're searching for a luxury residence, family compound, or private Hill Country retreat, this exceptional property offers a lifestyle few estates can match. Designed for both everyday living and grand-scale entertaining, the main residence features expansive living areas filled with natural light, a gourmet kitchen with premium appliances, private study, game room, media room, exercise room, multiple fireplaces, and walls of windows framing the surrounding Hill Country landscape. The outdoor living experience is equally impressive. Lounge beside the resort-style pool and spa, entertain under covered patios, relax beneath towering oak trees, fish in the private pond, or spend the day enjoying the crystal-clear waters of Onion Creek. Live water of this quality is one of the rarest amenities in the Texas Hill Country, creating an unmatched setting for recreation, entertaining, and making lasting memories. The detached guest house features its own living room, kitchen, bedroom, and full bath, providing exceptional flexibility for multigenerational living, extended family, long-term guests, or a private office. Additional highlights include a four-car garage, expansive motor court with abundant guest parking, beautifully landscaped grounds, and a gated entrance offering privacy and security. Located in one of Dripping Springs' most desirable communities and zoned to acclaimed Dripping Springs ISD, this remarkable estate is just minutes from downtown Dripping Springs while offering convenient access to Austin, Bee Cave, and the best of the Texas Hill Country.
| MLS # | 7479088 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| HOA Dues | $1,700 |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 2012 |
| Days On Site | 93 |
| Listing Provided By | Friedman Real Estate, Inc. | Josh Friedman |
| Bed(s) | 6 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 7 Total |
| SQ Feet | 8,959 |
| Garage | 4 |
| Pool | Yes |
| Story(s) | 2 |
| Acreage | 4.55 |
| Water Front | Yes |
| Property View | Creek, Stream, Pond, Trees, Woods |
| Interior Features | See Remarks, Bookcases, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling-High, Ceiling-Vaulted, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Interior Steps, Kitchen Island, Multiple Dining Areas, Multiple Living Areas, Pantry, Primary Bedroom on Main, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Storage, Study/Home Office, Walk-In Closet(s) |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Heating | Central |
| Appliances | See Remarks, Built-In Oven(s), Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Double Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer/Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Water Softener Owned, Wine Refrigerator |
| Fireplace Features | Family Room, Gas Starter, Outside |
| Fireplaces Total | 2 |
| Window Features | Screens, Shutters |
| Flooring | Carpet, Concrete, Tile, Wood |
| Exterior Features | See Remarks, Garden, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Private Yard |
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| Roof | Metal |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Lot Features | See Remarks, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Native Plants, Private, Sprinkler - Automatic, Many Trees, Views |
| Patio And Porch Features | Covered, Front Porch, Patio |
| Fencing | Gate, Perimeter, Stone, Wrought Iron |
| Construction Materials | Hardi Plank Type, Stone |
| Security Features | See Remarks, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s) |
| Parking Features | See Remarks, Attached, Driveway, Guest, Oversized |
|---|---|
| Garage Spaces | 4 |
| Utilities | Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Propane, Sewer Connected, Water Connected |
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| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| List Aor | Austin Board Of Realtors |
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| State | TX |
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| County | Hays |
| City | Driftwood |
| Zip Code | 78619 |
| Area | HD |
| Community Name | Howard Ranch Sec 2 |
| School District | Dripping Springs ISD |
| Elementary School | Walnut Springs |
| High School | Dripping Springs |
| Listing VS Median (in Howard Ranch Sec 2) | |
Price: $3,950,000 low | high Med: $3,950,000 sqft: 8,959 low | high Med: 8,959 $ / sqft: $441 low | high Med: $441 On site: 93 low | high Med: 93 | |
| State | TX |
|---|---|
| County | Hays |
| City | Driftwood |
| Zip Code | 78619 |
| Area | HD |
| Community Name | Howard Ranch Sec 2 |
| School District | Dripping Springs ISD |
| Elementary School | Walnut Springs |
| High School | Dripping Springs |
| Listing VS Median (in Howard Ranch Sec 2) | |
Price: $3,950,000 low | high Med: $3,950,000 sqft: 8,959 low | high Med: 8,959 $ / sqft: $441 low | high Med: $441 On site: 93 low | high Med: 93 | |