Bastrop, TX 78602 (Bastrop County)
About this property
Custom-built and quietly commanding its setting in the Bastrop Pines, this 5-bedroom, 4-bath retreat spans just over two wooded acres with panoramic views and complete privacy. Created for those who value space and architectural presence, it offers room to live - and room to breathe. The main level centers around a dramatic great room with soaring wood-wrapped vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and a wall of stacked windows framing uninterrupted forest views. A floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace anchors the space, while light pours in from every angle. Beneath the same sculptural ceiling line, the dining area glows under a classic candelabra chandelier, balancing rustic texture with modern refinement. The kitchen is designed for connection: an oversized island with seating, porcelain countertops, statement pendants, custom vent hood, contemporary cabinetry with floating shelving, and high-end stainless appliances - all seamlessly open to the living area. Privately positioned on the main floor, the primary suite captures long-distance views and features vaulted ceilings, a spa-inspired bath with soaking tub, frameless glass shower, dual vanity, designer tile, and a custom walk-in closet. A secondary main-level bedroom with adjacent full bath adds flexibility. Both open onto the entertainer’s covered balcony. Downstairs, a second living area opens to a covered patio and level lawn. A fully outfitted theater with surround sound, included media equipment, and tiered seating delivers a true cinematic experience. Three additional bedrooms offer thoughtful bath access for comfort and privacy. The irrigated backyard is level and usable, wrapped in professional landscaping and backed by dense woods for ultimate seclusion. Low 1.69 tax rate, no HOA, top-rated Bastrop ISD, quick access to Hwy 71, five minutes to Bastrop, and about 30 minutes to Downtown Austin. This one is a Must-See – schedule a showing today!
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About the Area
169 Tall Forest Dr is located in Bastrop, Texas, in Bastrop County. Bastrop County sits at the eastern edge of the Texas Hill Country transition zone, blending the Lost Pines forest, an isolated stand of loblolly pines separated from the East Texas Piney Woods by 100 miles, with open ranch land and the growing spillover of the Austin metro.
The Colorado River flows through the county, and the Lost Pines ecosystem creates a uniquely lush landscape unusual for Central Texas. Bastrop State Park preserves thousands of acres of pine forest that survived and recovered from the devastating 2011 wildfires.
Bastrop had an estimated population of 10,484 as of 2023. The 78602 zip code has a median household income of $86,976, a median home value of $310,300, and a median age of 38.1. The average household size is 2.67 people.
Bastrop County is one of the fastest-growing counties in Texas, driven by Austin metro expansion, the Tesla Gigafactory nearby, and SpaceX's Starbase proximity. Agriculture, timber, and tourism coexist with rapid residential and commercial development.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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