Johnson City, TX 78636 (Blanco County)
About this property
Welcome to “La Colina Ranchita,” a stunning 28.53-acre hilltop retreat offering sweeping long-distance views, privacy, and classic Texas Hill Country beauty. The main home and guest cabin are thoughtfully positioned to capture breathtaking sunsets, whether enjoyed indoors through expansive windows or while relaxing beside the resort-style heated pool and spa. A gated entrance leads to a chip-sealed driveway that winds through mature, groomed oak trees, setting the tone for this serene property. The land features an orchard and garden with irrigated raised beds, a variety of hardwood trees, and scenic walking trails lined with native grasses, shrubs, wild grapes, and blackberries, along with a vibrant spring wildflower meadow. The property is fully fenced and wildlife exempt, with a 38×30 metal barn, workshop, and RV carport. A charming cabin with kitchen, bedroom, bath, and wrap-around porch provides ideal guest accommodations. The custom 4-bedroom main home with office showcases large windows maximizing both eastern and western views, a beautifully appointed kitchen with stone accents, granite countertops, large island, custom floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, and a Wolf range-top with double ovens, while cedar beams and wood-burning fireplaces add warmth and character. Numerous recent upgrades enhance the property, including new roofs on the home, cabin, barn, and RV carport (2025), new gutters and downspouts, a recently replaced whole-house water softener system, updated well house equipment, and a new AC unit with a 5-year warranty. With level, usable land and a perfect blend of manicured grounds and natural habitat, this exceptional Hill Country estate offers both beauty and versatility in an extraordinary setting.
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About the Area
1900 Byrd Ranch Rd is located in Johnson City, Texas, in Blanco County. Blanco County is one of the most scenic and sought-after counties in the Texas Hill Country, home to the charming town of Blanco and the world-famous Willow City Loop, a winding road through private ranch land that draws thousands of visitors during bluebonnet season each spring.
The Blanco River originates in Kendall County and flows through the heart of Blanco County, feeding spring-fed swimming holes and limestone-banked swimming areas. The Pedernales River also flows through the eastern portion of the county. Rolling hills, granite outcroppings, and post oak savannas define the landscape.
Johnson City had an estimated population of 1,952 as of 2023. The 78636 zip code has a median household income of $59,625, a median home value of $458,800, and a median age of 52.7. The average household size is 2.3 people.
Lavender farming, vineyards, agritourism, and ranching define Blanco County's agricultural identity. The county has become a destination for weekend visitors from Austin and San Antonio, supporting a growing hospitality and short-term rental economy alongside traditional ranch operations.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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