Welcome to a one-of-a-kind property in Lexington, Texas, just one hour from downtown Austin. Spanning approximately 30 acres, Lexington Hilltop Farm offers unparalleled serenity and privacy. As you pass through the gated entrance, youll follow the tar and gravel driveway to a second gate, which opens up to the impeccably maintained grounds where the homestead is situated. The main residence, guest room, and studio are ideally located on a cleared hilltop, providing expansive views and complete seclusion.
This turnkey homestead opportunity is a remarkable retreat and completely move-in ready!
LOCATION
Lexington Hilltop Farm is located at 1532 County Road 337, Lexington, TX 78947. The two entry gates on the property are solar powered and open automatically with a clicker.
-5.5 miles west of Lexington
-53 miles from downtown Austin
-54 miles from College Station
-127 miles from Houston
Road Access: The property has approximately 1,000 ft of road frontage on gravel-surfaced County Road 337.
TOPOGRAPHY, RANGELAND & HABITAT
The property boasts a well-maintained landscape and habitat, characterized by gently sloping terrain, post oak trees, and a blend of loamy and sandy soils. Elevations range from 490 ft to 510 ft above sea level. Located outside of the fenced homestead area, there is a good mix of wooded and open areas providing habitat for a variety of native wildlife species. One donkey and two goats roam and graze in the open area, with designated shelter to protect from the weather and provide continuous water source. There are 2 continuous troughs on the outer area, maintained by floats.
WILDLIFE
Native wildlife typical of the area includes white-tailed deer, gophers, feral hogs, coyotes, raccoons, and various birds.
The current flock:
-12 Guinea fowl, for insect control
-10 Ducks, 7 egg laying, 1 drake and 2 young ducklings hatched this year
-5 laying chickens
-Egg production is 3-6 eggs a day, chicken and duck
Each of the three different flocks all comply with going into their separate coops every night. They are easy to maintain and care for. The poultry feed shed, situated within the garden has everything needed to maintain care, clean coops, add extra water containers, both large and small heat pads for baby poultry, as well as feeding and water equipment. Raccoon traps, a replacement solar-powered battery electric fence used around the chicken and duck area. A pond pump and hose to empty the pond, and a replacement pond liner. All the feed for the birds is stored in large cans. There are two storage shelves, both with 5 shelves. A large portable water tank and a 50-gallon water tank.
There are two beehives on the property, currently without bees in them as they swarmed last spring. However, all equipment for working with the bees is in the poultry shed: a full bee suit, a bee jacket, bee treatment equipment, all things necessary.
IMPROVEMENTS
Luxury Living Compound features:
Main House: 1,440 square-foot home built in 2020, featuring one large bedroom, two bathrooms, and a screened porch/mudroom with an outside shower. Modern, open kitchen with high-quality appliances and 10-foot ceilings. The sitting area has a 55" TV and 4 large picture windows for viewing the outside vista.
Guest Room: 390 square-foot guest residence built in 2023 featuring one bedroom and one bathroom. There is a 55" TV and Wifi within this cozy space.
Studio: 550 square-foot studio with stained glass features built in 2022 with an office and living room area. There is a 55" TV and Wifi within this relaxing space.
Additional Improvements:
-All three improvements listed above are situated near one another, connected by paved pathways, and each is fully wheelchair accessible.
-Other structures include a covered carport, a barn with lofts at each end providing ample storage, a covered grilling area and patio. A fire pit and sitting area around the pit.
-Kipp-Flores Architects Completed Builder Plans for an Exquisite Main Residence - see agent for details.
-10,000 square-foot garden: see website for more details.
-Fencing: the perimeter of the property is fenced and includes interior cross fencing (all fencing was replaced in 2009)
-Road: from the top gate, the road leading into the property is finished with tar and chip, with a 20 year company warranty.
-Man-made duck pond
-Four game cameras
-John Deere zero turn mower and John Deere gator available for sale - see agent for details.
-Pump house for the water well pump: built-in shelves and stores all the necessary equipment for harvesting poultry; concreted overhangs on each side of the pump house; on one side, the cones can be hung, water and electricity for the Poultry plucker, a stainless steel table and two coolers that are used solely for harvesting day. The holding cages and gas burner for scalding is all stored in the pump house as well.
-Small equipment barn and a couple of sheds: the feed shed near the second gated entrance is the only building without electricity.
UTILITIES
-Electricity: Bluebonnet Electric
-Water: Private water well, 850 feet deep, producing 25 GPM
-Wastewater: On-site two septic systems
-Internet: Zochnet
AREA HISTORY
Lexington, a small town in Lee County, is known for its cattle trading heritage and is home to Snow's BBQ, which was voted the best BBQ in Texas by Texas Monthly. Lee County is still heavily focused on agriculture, particularly cattle ranching, and also continues to be a popular destination for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle. Its location between Austin and Houston makes it an attractive area for commuters while maintaining a strong connection to its agricultural roots.
TAXES
The property is under a wildlife exemption - 2024 Lee County Property Taxes: $1,936.
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