Dripping Springs, TX 78620 (Hays County)
About this property
Extraordinary 855-acre live-water ranch in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, located 15 minutes west of Dripping Springs, 2.5 miles from Highway 290, & approximately 45 minutes from downtown Austin. The property features nearly 1.5 miles of spring-fed Mustang Creek, flowing year-round—even in drought conditions—& dammed to create multiple deep lakes ideal for fishing, swimming, & paddleboarding. The renowned vineyard region (between Johnson City & Fredericksburg) is just 30 minutes away, as well as Wimberley. The land showcases dramatic elevation changes, with rolling valleys and commanding hilltops that deliver sweeping panoramic views in every direction. Crowning one of these hilltops is a 7,000 sq ft custom residence offering six bedrooms & seven bathrooms, thoughtfully upgraded with new hardwood floors, a fully updated kitchen, an elevator, a dedicated wine room, & a Savant AV control system. Outdoor living is equally impressive, with a negative-edge pool & expansive entertaining areas that take full advantage of the surrounding vistas. Privacy is paramount, with access provided by a gated, one-mile private paved road, & the entire ranch is high fenced. A large pond greets you at the entrance, & wildlife is abundant throughout the property. The ranch is managed under a wildlife plan and includes 10 deer feeders, six turkey feeders, & six established food plots, supporting a thriving habitat. Additional improvements near the creek include a two-bedroom, one-bath foreman’s house, a rustic three-bedroom, two-bath guest home, a well-designed equestrian facility, & a large equipment barn. Whether envisioned as a recreational retreat, hunting ranch, legacy estate, or private sanctuary, this property represents a rare offering that captures the very best of Texas ranch living and is a once in a generation opportunity for a ranch of this size and quality this close to Austin. Additional 2,300+/- acres available; see Agent for more information.
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About the Area
00 Loop 165 None is located in Dripping Springs, 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.
Dripping Springs had an estimated population of 6,322 as of 2023. The 78620 zip code has a median household income of $146,551, a median home value of $624,800, and a median age of 42.7. The average household size is 2.73 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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