Buchanan Dam, TX 78609 (Llano County)
About this property
Perched atop a scenic hill, this exceptional property offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Texas Hill Country, including Lake Buchanan, Inks lake and Lake LBJ, along with stunning sunset vistas over the iconic Packsaddle Mountain. Paired with a deeded boat slip on Lake LBJ, this is Hill Country living at its finest - without compromise. Set on just under 13 acres and featuring nearly 6,000 sq. feet of living space, this luxury custom home provides unmatched privacy, space, and sweeping views for your family to enjoy. Unlike traditional lakefront properties, Mi Cielo offers convenient lake access via a short golf cart ride to the community marina - while avoiding the noise, congestion, and limitations often associated with waterfront living. This one-of-a-kind hilltop retreat combines seclusion, elegance, and functionality. Recent renovations enhance the home's appeal, while thoughtful features throughout the property elevate everyday living. Key Features Include: - Private elevator connecting floors -Terraced waterfall with koi pond -Perimeter fencing around 5 acres with with extensive landscaping and lighting -Hundreds of mountain laurel and other specialty trees -14 beautifully designed flower gardens and planters -Fenced dog run/children's play area incorporated to a rear home entry door -25 kW backup propane generator -Fenced vegetable garden -2,500 gal rainwater and 2,500 gal well water storage tanks -Interior sunroom/aviary -Safe room -Wildlife tax exemption *Owner is the Listing Agent
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About the Area
1071 Escalar Dr is located in Buchanan Dam, Texas, in Llano County. Llano County sits at the geographic center of Texas and the heart of the Highland Lakes region, known as the Deer Capital of Texas for its exceptional whitetail deer hunting. The city of Llano on the banks of the Llano River anchors a county that blends working ranch land, granite geology, and river recreation.
The Llano River flows through the county, offering exceptional fishing and kayaking over its granite-bottomed course. The Central Mineral Region, a unique geological formation of Precambrian granite and gneiss, creates the distinctive pink and gray granite landscape visible throughout the county. Enchanted Rock State Natural Area sits on the Llano-Gillespie county line.
Buchanan Dam had an estimated population of 1,359 as of 2023. The 78609 zip code has a median household income of $60,663, a median home value of $276,100, and a median age of 63.4. The average household size is 1.98 people.
Hunting leases, ranching, granite quarrying, river tourism, and retirement living define the Llano County economy. The county attracts buyers seeking hunting ranches, river properties, and large acreage tracts at competitive prices relative to neighboring Gillespie and Burnet counties.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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