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Erath, US
Perched atop a scenic hill overlooking 40 breathtaking acres, this extraordinary custom lodge-style retreat offers luxury, craftsmanship, privacy, and functionality within easy reach of Stephenville, Glen Rose, and Hico. Originally custom built by a highly respected builder as his personal residence, the quality and attention to detail are evident throughout. The home features 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 2 half baths, and a spectacular 40 x 40 open concept living, kitchen and dining area designed for entertaining. An 18-foot antique bar may convey with acceptable offer. Architectural highlights include massive Ponderosa Pine trusses, Montana Spruce lodge poles, soaring 25 foot vaulted pine ceilings, and an impressive 8 foot rock fireplace with an efficient wood burning insert. Over 2000 sq ft of covered porch space captures sweeping views of rolling pastureland, mature trees, wildlife, and unforgettable sunsets. The remodeled primary suite features a gas fireplace, plantation shutters, cedar closet, dual vanity areas, and an oversized shower. Each guest bedroom features its own private full bath. A standout feature is the incredible 16 x 60 game-theater room built as a reinforced concrete safe room with custom rock masonry walls, specialty lighting, full bar, dual wine fridges, and a Murphy bed for a potential 4th bedroom. Additional amenities include 60 x 42 garage with 4 roll up doors, RV hookup with septic, 35 x 50 foam insulated shop with LED lighting, enlarged pond, Wildlife AG exemption, fiber optic internet, heavy gauge metal roof, automatic back up generator with dual 250 gallon propane tanks, updated HVAC systems, tankless water heater, new 30 gpm water well, 559' deep into the Lower Trinity. Properties of this caliber and craftsmanship are rarely offered. Recreating this property today would be extraordinarily difficult. Additional adjoining acreage may also be available. Schedule your private showing today for this rare Texas luxury legacy opportunity!
Courtesy Of: Brazos Realty Partners
Feature Highlights
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- Fireplace
- Wood Floor
- Tile Floor
- Accessory Unit
General Features
- Style:
- Ranch
- Foundation Type:
- Slab
- Garage:
- Additional Parking,Covered,Electric Gate,Enclosed,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Garage Double Door,Garage Faces Side,Garage Single Door,Gated,Lighted,Park
Public Schools
- School District:
- Iredell ISD
- Elementary School:
- Iredell
- Middle School:
- Iredell
- High School:
- Iredell
Interior Features
- Number Of Dining Areas:
- 1
- Heating:
- Central,Electric,Fireplace Insert,Fireplace(s),Heat Pump,Wood Stove,Zoned
- Interior Features:
- Built-in Features,Built-in Wine Cooler,Cedar Closet(s),Chandelier,Decorative Lighting,Eat-in Kitchen,Flat Screen Wiring,Granite Counters,High Speed Internet Available,Natural Woodwork,Open Floorplan,Pantry,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Wet Bar
- Flooring:
- Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Wood
- Fireplaces Total:
- 3
- Fireplace Features:
- Blower Fan,Family Room,Insert,Primary Bedroom,Outside,Stone,Wood Burning
- Number Of Living Areas:
- 2
- Beds Total:
- 3
- Baths Half:
- 2
- Baths Full:
- 3
- Room Count:
- 7
Exterior Features and Amenities
- Number Of Wells:
- 1
- Subdivision Name:
- Vanderpool
- Lot Size Units:
- Acres
- Parking Features:
- Additional Parking,Covered,Electric Gate,Enclosed,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Garage Double Door,Garage Faces Side,Garage Single Door,Gated,Lighted,Parking Pad,RV Access/Parking,RV Garage
- Lot Size Area:
- 40.0000
- Lot Size:
- 10 to < 50 Acres
- Roof:
- Metal,Other
- Fencing:
- Cross Fenced,Fenced,Pipe
- Farm Ranch Features:
- Fenced for Cattle,Fenced for Horses
- Exterior Features:
- Covered Patio/Porch,Rain Gutters,Lighting,Outdoor Living Center,Private Entrance,RV Hookup,RV/Boat Parking
- Architectural Style:
- Ranch
Utility Information
- Utilities:
- Co-op Electric,Gravel/Rock,Outside City Limits,Propane,Septic,Well
Financial
- Tax Legal Description:
- ACRES: 40.000 A0800 VANDERPOOL JAMES & HOUSE
- Transaction Type:
- For Sale
- Unexempt Taxes:
- $7,024.00
- Number Of Residences:
- 1
Other Features
- Year Built Details:
- Preowned
- Structural Style:
- Farm/Ranch House,Single Detached
- Special Notes:
- Aerial Photo,Survey Available,Verify Tax Exemptions
- Soil Type:
- Unknown
- Security Features:
- Security Gate
- Will Subdivide:
- No
- Accessibility Features:
- Accessible Bath - Full
- Restrictions:
- No Known Restriction(s)
- Possession:
- Closing/Funding,Negotiable
- Parcel Number:
- R000026314
- Other Equipment:
- Air Purifier,Fuel Tank(s),Generator,Home Theater,Satellite Dish,Other
- Green Energy Efficient:
- Enhanced Air Filtration,HVAC
- Garage Width:
- 42
- Garage Length:
- 60
- Foundation Details:
- Slab
- Construction Materials:
- Log,Rock/Stone
- Accessory Unit Type:
- Other
Directions
Turn off of Hwy 220 between Hwy 67 and Hico onto either County Road 215 or County Road 218 then turn onto Country Road 216 and go .7 miles to property. Look for sign on the right.
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