
Burnet, TX 78611 (Burnet County)
About this property
Introducing a rare Hill Country retreat within Wolf Creek Ranch--a private, gated ranch community located approximately one hour west of Austin, with sweeping views of Adams Bluff and Lake Buchanan. This remarkable property offers the privacy of just over 23 acres, combined with access to over 1,300 acres of preserved ranchland, creating a lifestyle that feels expansive yet thoughtfully managed. The land features mature live oak trees, rolling terrain, and captivating Hill Country topography that provides both beauty and seclusion. The main residence spans 3,343 sf and showcases soaring ceilings, exposed wood beams, stained concrete floors, and a striking stone fireplace that anchors the primary living space. Large windows and French doors fill the home with natural light and open to a covered outdoor living space, creating a seamless connection to the surrounding landscape. The open and functional floor plan is designed for both everyday living and entertaining. Highlights include an oversized kitchen with a built-in breakfast nook, a formal dining room, a dedicated office, a private guest wing, and a spacious primary suite positioned to capture southwestern views across the property. Outdoor features include gently rolling acreage, mature oaks, free-roaming livestock, and a large garage with workshop space, double roll-up doors for easy RV or boat parking, and a heated and cooled flex area. Residents of Wolf Creek Ranch enjoy access to equestrian facilities, miles of riding and hiking trails, private Lake Buchanan access, a creekside pavilion with a swimming hole, a private helipad, and shared agricultural tax benefits. If you are looking for ranch-style living without hundreds of acres to maintain, don't miss your opportunity to experience this exceptional property.
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About the Area
2551 Wolf Creek Ranch Rd is located in Burnet, Texas, in Burnet County. Burnet County sits in the heart of the Highland Lakes region, anchored by the city of Burnet, the Bluebonnet Capital of Texas, and Lake Buchanan, the largest of the Highland Lakes chain. The county blends working ranch land with lakefront recreation in a landscape that has drawn Texans for generations.
The Colorado River was dammed in the 1930s to create the Highland Lakes chain, and Lake Buchanan and Inks Lake both lie within Burnet County. The terrain transitions from the granite-topped Central Mineral Region in the west to limestone hills in the east, with the Colorado River canyon cutting through dramatic bluffs.
Burnet had an estimated population of 6,630 as of 2023. The 78611 zip code has a median household income of $78,243, a median home value of $291,400, and a median age of 48.6. The average household size is 2.46 people.
Lake tourism, retirement communities, granite quarrying, ranching, and small-scale agriculture drive the Burnet County economy. The county is experiencing significant growth as Austin-area buyers seek lakefront properties and acreage within a 90-minute drive of the city.
Demographic data sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023).
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