Wimberley, TX 78676 (Hays County)
About this property
Escape to the heart of the Texas Hill Country with this sprawling 13.6+/-acre retreat in the sought-after Hill Country Ranches subdivision. Perfectly positioned between the vibrant community of Wimberley and the rustic charm of Blanco, 1363 Montell Rd offers the kind of privacy and wide-open space that is becoming increasingly rare. This is the ultimate "dream and vision" property—a blank canvas where the scale of the land matches the size of your imagination. While the existing 1,904+/-square-foot ranch home provides a comfortable three-bedroom, two-bathroom footprint with a durable metal roof and updated kitchen, the true magic lies in the immense room to grow. The property already features an existing barn and a dedicated storage area, providing a functional head start for your rural ambitions. With 13.6+/- acres of dramatic terrain at your disposal, the possibilities are endless. The land boasts multiple building sites, making it a prime candidate for a multi-structure compound. Whether you envision a detached guest house, a secondary getaway cabin tucked into the trees, this property offers the flexibility to bring those dreams to life. The acreage is a playground for the imagination, where rugged native landscapes and iconic, long-distance Hill Country views create the backdrop for a custom lifestyle. Built for self-sufficiency with a private well and septic system, this property allows you to unplug and embrace a slower pace of life. This isn’t just a home; it’s a significant piece of Texas land and a unique opportunity to build a private sanctuary that will evolve with your vision for years to come.
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1363 MONTELL Rd is located in Wimberley, 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.
Wimberley had an estimated population of 2,873 as of 2023. The 78676 zip code has a median household income of $86,819, a median home value of $476,100, and a median age of 48.7. The average household size is 2.37 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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