Austin, TX 78737 (Hays County)
About this property
Located in the highly desirable Bear Creek Estates within the Village of Bear Creek, this custom French Country estate sits on over 2 private acres, offering a rare blend of craftsmanship, Hill Country serenity, and convenience just minutes from Austin. One of only 53 homes in this exclusive community, opportunities here are rare. The 3,506 sq. ft. home features 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, a dedicated office with custom built-ins, and a private flex suite above the garage. A thoughtfully designed split floor plan includes a secluded primary retreat and Jack-and-Jill secondary bedrooms. The chef’s kitchen offers high-end appliances, custom cabinetry, abundant storage, and generous prep space. Architectural details include exposed wood beams, stone and brick accents, wood flooring, marble baths, multiple wood-burning fireplaces, and a temperature-controlled wine room with capacity for 300+ bottles. Recent improvements include two new HVAC systems, two tankless water heaters, new refrigerator, wine fridge, Cove dishwasher, washer and dryer, updated primary shower, recessed lighting, interior bedroom paint, custom California Closets, motorized shades, and home network wiring. Enjoy over 1,000 sq. ft. of covered outdoor living space overlooking the Hill Country, along with a she-shed with electricity, chicken coop, new sod and irrigation, and upgraded gate motor. Originally designed with a 3-car garage, one bay has been converted into a fully heated and air-conditioned home gym with a dedicated mini-split system, leaving a functional 2-car garage. New garage doors and openers further enhance the property. A rare opportunity to own a thoughtfully updated estate in one of the area's most sought-after acreage communities.
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About the Area
8121 Bluff Trl is located in Austin, Texas, in Hays County. Hays County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States, driven by the explosive growth of San Marcos and Kyle-Buda corridor connecting Austin and San Antonio. The county blends Hill Country character in its western reaches, Wimberley, Dripping Springs, Driftwood, with rapidly urbanizing communities along the I-35 corridor.
The Blanco River and Barton Creek headwaters flow through Hays County, carving spring-fed swimming holes beloved by generations of Texans. Jacob's Well, a natural cylindrical karstic spring, and the swimming holes of Blue Hole Regional Park draw visitors year-round. The Edwards Plateau escarpment creates dramatic topographic relief in the western half of the county.
Austin had an estimated population of 967,862 as of 2023. The 78737 zip code has a median household income of $164,066, a median home value of $689,200, and a median age of 39. The average household size is 3.07 people.
Texas State University anchors San Marcos, supporting a significant education and healthcare sector. The I-35 corridor has attracted major distribution centers and manufacturing. The western Hill Country communities of Wimberley and Dripping Springs have become destination wine, dining, and retreat markets commanding premium real estate prices.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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