Stonewall, TX 78671 (Gillespie County)
About this property
Set on 10 scenic acres in the Texas Hill Country, this exceptional property offers sweeping panoramic views and a prime location just minutes from the historic Albert Dance Hall, ideally situated between Fredericksburg and Johnson City and within an hour of Austin and San Antonio. Built in 1958, the approximately 2,500-square-foot, 4-bedroom, 3-bath country farmhouse is full of character and was last updated in the 1990s, presenting an outstanding opportunity for the next owner to renovate and customize the home to their own style and vision. With solid bones, spacious living areas, and breathtaking long-range views, this property offers exceptional value and endless potential. The gently rolling, ag-exempt acreage is dotted with mature oaks and elms, creating a classic Hill Country setting where hunting is allowed. Property improvements include a gated entrance, asphalt drive, underground electric, and a high-producing water well exceeding 100 gallons per minute. A substantial 40' 60' metal workshop features 14-foot clearance, a 6-inch 4,000 PSI concrete foundation, poly shop flooring, welder plugs/220, RV hookup, attic fan, Low-E double-pane windows, and two drive-through roll-up doors (10' 10' and 10' 14'), plus a covered patio with water and sewer already connected and ready for approximately 800 square feet of additional living space. With minimal restrictions and no HOA or POA, this rare Hill Country property offers the perfect combination of privacy, functionality, flexibility, and value.
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About the Area
158 Watch Hill Rd is located in Stonewall, 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.
Stonewall had an estimated population of 347 as of 2023. The 78671 zip code has a median household income of $34,522, and a median age of 60.2. The average household size is 1.57 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).
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