
San Marcos, TX 78666 (Hays County)
About this property
Purgatory Creek Ranch sits atop the highest point in Bridlewood Ranches with sweeping Hill Country views across 35.04 acres of rolling terrain, mature live oaks, and native meadows. A gated entrance leads to the custom-built main residence positioned to capture panoramic long-distance views in multiple directions. The 4,383 sq ft home features 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, each bedroom with private bath and exterior access. Interior highlights include beautiful stone sourced from the property, vaulted wood ceilings, expansive windows, custom cabinetry, and wood/tile flooring throughout. The primary suite is surrounded by windows and includes a spacious bath with oversized shower and a large walk-in closet with center island. Designed with wheelchair accessibility including smooth floor transitions and accessible kitchen/bath features. Additional improvements include a covered porch, office, craft room, oversized laundry room, and 3-car garage with extended 3-car covered parking. A 1,050 sq ft bonus room above the garage, already connected to HVAC and electricity, could easily be finished for additional living space or game room. A well-built barndominium offers two overhead bays, workspace, and a 1,426 sq ft finished apartment above with 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, full kitchen, living area, and private deck overlooking the property. Purgatory Creek bends through the back of the ranch creating a crescent-shaped stretch of creek frontage with limestone rock walls and a picturesque bluebonnet meadow in spring. The property backs to a large neighboring ranch creating added privacy and a larger ranch feel. Wildlife includes whitetail deer, turkey, and hogs; blinds and feeders convey. Strong water well services both residences and livestock. Fiber optic internet available. Multi-zoned HVAC. Located ~15 miles to both Wimberley and San Marcos with convenient access to Austin and San Antonio.
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2810 Bridlewood Ranches Dr. None is located in San Marcos, 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.
San Marcos had an estimated population of 68,920 as of 2023. The 78666 zip code has a median household income of $55,478, a median home value of $271,900, and a median age of 27. The average household size is 2.35 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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