271 & 173 Big Creek Rd
About this property
Secluded Hill Country sanctuary where peace, privacy, and timeless beauty converge across 33+ gently rolling unrestricted acres. Tucked beneath a canopy of heritage live oaks and surrounded by native landscape, this property has been thoughtfully improved to create the feel of a private family compound by offering flexibility for multi-generational living, a weekend retreat, hobby ranch, with the freedom to shape the property according to your own vision. The improvements include a main residence renovated in 2000, a guest cottage, an independent office or studio, a heated and cooled two car garage with workshop, RV carport, fenced and cross-fenced pastures encompassing more than 10 acres of productive grazing land, seasonal creek and half acre pond. The light-filled 2bed/2bath main residence is thoughtfully designed to embrace its surroundings. The spacious primary suite serves as a private retreat featuring a stone fireplace, comfortable sitting area, additional storage, laundry facilities, exterior access, and a bath with dual vanities, roll-in shower, and oversized walk-in closet. The open-concept floorplan flows naturally from the great room through the kitchen into a secondary living area before leading to a private junior suite with full bath and access to the covered patio. Located beyond its own gated entrance, the guest cottage offers independence with a full kitchen, laundry, and bath. A standalone office provides exceptional flexibility as a private workspace, studio, fitness room, or creative retreat. The surrounding acreage is equally impressive, offering useable topography, productive grazing pasture, livestock pens, mature hardwoods, abundant wildlife, and 2 wells. A wildlife exemption maintains low property taxes while preserving the property's natural beauty. The absence of use restrictions provides a rare opportunity to enjoy the land exactly as intended. All just minutes to restaurants, wineries and shopping in Blanco and Fredericksburg.
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About the Area
271 & 173 Big Creek Rd is located in Blanco, Texas, in Blanco County. Blanco County is one of the most scenic and sought-after counties in the Texas Hill Country, home to the charming town of Blanco and the world-famous Willow City Loop, a winding road through private ranch land that draws thousands of visitors during bluebonnet season each spring.
The Blanco River originates in Kendall County and flows through the heart of Blanco County, feeding spring-fed swimming holes and limestone-banked swimming areas. The Pedernales River also flows through the eastern portion of the county. Rolling hills, granite outcroppings, and post oak savannas define the landscape.
Blanco had an estimated population of 2,336 as of 2023. The 78606 zip code has a median household income of $89,980, a median home value of $361,100, and a median age of 47.6. The average household size is 2.43 people.
Lavender farming, vineyards, agritourism, and ranching define Blanco County's agricultural identity. The county has become a destination for weekend visitors from Austin and San Antonio, supporting a growing hospitality and short-term rental economy alongside traditional ranch operations.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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