$285,000

About this home

Welcome to **The Salt Box**—a place where creativity flourishes, nature restores, and country living meets modern comfort. Nestled on nearly an acre, this beautifully refreshed 3-bedroom, 2-bath retreat offers the perfect balance of peaceful seclusion and unbeatable convenience. Inside, fresh paint and a thoughtfully updated Scandinavian-inspired kitchen create a bright, inviting atmosphere. Featuring sleek stone-gray countertops, open upper shelving, and clean modern finishes, the kitchen is designed for gathering, creating, and everyday living. Step outside and discover what makes The Salt Box so special. With direct access to a beautiful pond, you can fish from your own backyard, watch the ducks drift by, grow tomatoes in the garden, build, paint, write, or simply enjoy the quiet beauty that surrounds you. Every inch of this property invites inspiration while offering a sense of calm that's increasingly hard to find. When cooler weather arrives, the charming wood-burning stove fills the home with warmth, creating a cozy haven that comfortably heats the entire house. Perfectly located just five minutes from Circuit of The Americas, The Salt Box offers quick access to Tesla, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, downtown Austin, Bastrop, and the Colorado River. Spend your days enjoying Formula 1 racing, concerts, hiking, paddling, live music, and vibrant city life—then come home to the peaceful rhythm of the countryside. Its exceptional location also offers exciting potential as a short-term rental or investment property, with easy access to some of the most sought-after destinations and events. Much like the historic saltboxes that inspired its name—known for their simplicity, warmth, and enduring character—**The Salt Box** is more than a home; it's a sanctuary. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, a weekend escape, or an investment opportunity, this one-of-a-kind property offers the space to breathe deeply and truly live your best life.

Description provided by the listing brokerage.

Facts

Property type

Residential · Single Family Residence

Year built

1983

Lot size

0.83 acres

Living area

960 sq ft

Price per sq ft

$297

Bathrooms

2 full, 0 half

HOA

$25 (annually)

County

Bastrop

Neighborhood

Forest Lakes

School district

Bastrop ISD

Schools

Cedar Creek · Creekside · Cedar Creek

Features

Roof

Metal

View

Garden, Park/Greenbelt, Pond, Rural, Trees/Woods, Water

Sewer

Septic Tank

Levels

One

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Wall/Window Unit(s)

Fencing

Barbed Wire, Cross Fenced, Fenced, Front Yard, Full, Perimeter, Wire

Heating

Wood Stove

Flooring

Carpet, Concrete, Laminate

Utilities

Above Ground, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet, Propane, Water Connected

Appliances

Free-Standing Gas Range, Washer/Dryer

Lot

Greenbelt, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Level, Native Plants, Trees-Large (Over 40 Ft), Many Trees, Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft), Trees-Moderate, Trees-Small (Under 20 Ft), Views

Water

Private

Pool

None

Horse amenities

Hay Storage, Pasture

Windows

Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s)

Parking

Carport, Circular Driveway, Covered, Detached Carport, Driveway, Open, Outside, Storage

Exterior

Garden, Private Yard

Interior

Ceiling Fan(s), Ceiling-High, Ceiling-Vaulted, Primary Bedroom on Main

Community

Lake

Fireplace

See Remarks, Family Room, Living Room, Wood Burning

Foundation

Slab

Waterfront

Pond

Energy efficiency

None

Accessibility

None

Construction

Masonry – All Sides, Stone Veneer

Patio & porch

Covered, Rear Porch

Location