
Fredericksburg, TX 78624 (Gillespie County)
About this property
Welcome to Golden Hour, a breathtaking custom estate perched atop 7.09 private acres just outside Fredericksburg, where panoramic Hill Country views stretch for miles and every evening brings an extraordinary display of color across the western horizon. The experience begins with a winding approach through beautifully landscaped native gardens before the home reveals itself. Step through the front door and your eyes are immediately drawn through walls of glass to the expansive Hill Country beyond. Designed to celebrate its remarkable setting, the 4-bedroom, 4-full and 2-half-bath residence pairs timeless architecture with effortless livability. Soaring beamed ceilings, expansive glass and warm natural materials create sophisticated yet inviting interiors. The chef’s kitchen features Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, an oversized marble island and generous butler’s pantry, while a climate-controlled wine room with custom glass and metal doors adds another layer for entertaining. Three bedrooms are located on the main level, including the primary suite, where breathtaking views become the first thing you see each morning. A private fourth bedroom upstairs offers flexibility for guests or office use. Multiple outdoor living areas take full advantage of the setting, complemented by native landscaping and a fenced garden. As evening approaches, the outdoor spaces glow in golden light and the horizon becomes the main event. With an agricultural exemption currently maintained with bees, Golden Hour offers a rare combination of acreage, privacy, extraordinary views and refined living near Fredericksburg’s acclaimed wineries, dining, shopping and growing equestrian community.
Property details
Location
About the Area
1691 Cool Water Ranch Rd is located in Fredericksburg, Texas, in Gillespie County. Gillespie County is the cultural and commercial heart of the Texas Hill Country, anchored by Fredericksburg, a city founded by German immigrants in 1846 whose heritage is still visible in the architecture, festivals, and cuisine. The county is one of the top wine-producing regions in Texas, with over 50 wineries drawing millions of visitors annually.
The Pedernales River originates in Gillespie County and flows eastward through rolling granite and limestone hills covered in live oak, juniper, and peach orchards. Enchanted Rock, a massive pink granite dome, rises 425 feet above the surrounding terrain in the northern part of the county.
Fredericksburg had an estimated population of 11,254 as of 2023. The 78624 zip code has a median household income of $67,987, a median home value of $439,600, and a median age of 51.1. The average household size is 2.36 people.
Wine tourism, peach farming, agritourism, ranching, and a thriving retail and hospitality sector in Fredericksburg drive the county economy. Gillespie County consistently ranks among the fastest-growing rural counties in Texas, attracting buyers seeking vineyard estates, ranch retreats, and Hill Country lifestyle properties.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
Listing information © 2026 Unlock MLS (ACTRIS). All data provided AS IS. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Listing courtesy of Kuper Sotheby's Int'l Realty.