For sale
$554,950
278 Winfield Thicket Rd
Bastrop, TX 78602
- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 2,699 sq ft
- 3.92 acres
Listing courtesy of Mike Hightower Realty · (512) 563-2997 · MLS# 2840731 · Status: Active
About this home
Charming Hilltop Retreat with Main Home & Guest House on Nearly 4 Acres – Smithville School District. Discover peaceful country living just minutes from town in this rare find: a spacious 1,849 sq ft main home (built 2012) paired with a modern 850 sq ft guest house (built 2018). This property won't stay on the market long! Nestled in a quiet, low-traffic hidden subdivision atop a scenic hill, the home sits at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac on almost 4 acres of fully fenced and cross-fenced land. Enjoy privacy and tranquility with mature small-to-medium loblolly pines and oaks dotting the grounds—perfect for nature lovers or those seeking space to roam. Location is ideal: outside city limits (no city taxes!), yet conveniently close to shopping, medical facilities, employment, and all essential amenities. Families will appreciate assignment to the desirable, smaller Smithville school district. Energy-efficient and sustainable features set this property apart: Durable tile roof Installed solar system for reduced energy costs Two rainwater catchment tanks dedicated to gardening Standard aqua water meter for indoor use Step inside the main home to a bright, welcoming layout. With a primary bedroom suite, featuring four stunning custom stained-glass windows and a private ensuite bath for a touch of elegance and serenity. This versatile setup is perfect for multi-generational living—ideal for an elderly parent, a young adult staying home longer, or as an income-generating rental (guest house offers independent living space). Embrace the best of both worlds: rural charm, modern comforts, and smart sustainability on a private, acreage estate. Schedule your showing today—this special property is ready for its next chapter!
Description provided by the listing brokerage.
Facts
- Property type
- Residential · Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 2012
- Lot size
- 3.92 acres
- Living area
- 2,699 sq ft
- Price per sq ft
- $206
- Bathrooms
- 2 full, 0 half
- Annual taxes
- $2,149
- County
- Bastrop
- Neighborhood
- Whispering Pines
- School district
- Smithville ISD
- Schools
- Brown Primary · Smithville · Smithville
Features
- Roof
- Tile
- View
- Pasture, Trees/Woods
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Levels
- One
- Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
- Fencing
- Cross Fenced, Fenced, Perimeter, Wire
- Heating
- Central, Electric, Fireplace(s), Forced Air
- Flooring
- Concrete
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, RNGHD, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
- Lot
- Cul-De-Sac, Public Maintained Road, Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft)
- Water
- Public
- Pool
- None
- Horse amenities
- See Remarks
- Windows
- Insulated Windows
- Parking
- Detached Carport, Driveway
- Exterior
- See Remarks
- Interior
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Ceiling-High, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom on Main, Study/Home Office
- Community
- None
- Fireplace
- Living Room, Wood Burning
- Foundation
- Slab
- Waterfront
- None
- Energy efficiency
- Insulation, Solar Panel
- Accessibility
- None
- Construction
- HardiPlank Type
- Patio & porch
- Covered, Porch
Location
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