Charles Armstrong
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Abel Ranch offers 6.81± acres for sale in Hays County, Texas, combining luxury improvements, live water attributes, and recreational appeal in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. With a newly built custom home, manicured land, and live water via Purgatory Creek, the property provides a rare opportunity for a private residence, weekend retreat, or investment property near Wimberley and surrounding Hill Country destinations.
The ranch is ideally located 8± miles from Wimberley, 12± miles from San Marcos, 18± miles from New Braunfels, 12± miles from Canyon Lake, and 14± miles from the Gruene Historic District. Access is both convenient and scenic, with a paved drive leading to a custom gated entrance off Hugo Road, offering privacy while remaining close to major Hill Country attractions, dining, and recreation.
The property features a recently constructed 4,085± square foot custom home with 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, designed with both comfort and craftsmanship in mind. Inside, the living room showcases 150-year-old reclaimed wood ceilings and beams, creating a warm and distinctive focal point. The home includes two fireplaces, an office, two laundry rooms, generous storage throughout, and a spacious primary suite with a large closet and center island. The kitchen and living areas are designed for functionality and entertaining, complemented by an outdoor kitchen for additional gathering space. The home is built with 2x6 framing and fully spray foamed for efficiency. A 1,500± square foot barn on slab with four roll-up doors provides excellent space for equipment, storage, or workshop use.
The ranch is well equipped with utilities including a 500-gallon propane tank servicing the fireplaces, cooktop, and outdoor kitchen. A private well supplies water to the property and is supported by a 2,500-gallon storage tank, with irrigation running off the well. The well and pump house are fully insulated. The home is also outfitted with two tankless water heaters and a whole-home reverse osmosis system, ensuring high-quality water throughout.
Approximately 250 feet of clear Purgatory Creek runs through the ranch from west to east, providing a beautiful and functional water feature. The creek offers opportunities for recreation such as exploring, relaxing along the banks, or enjoying seasonal fishing for perch and bass. The presence of live water adds both value and year-round enjoyment to the property.
The land is flat, manicured, and thoughtfully cleared, with all cedar removed to highlight the mature Live Oak trees that define the landscape. The property is perimeter fenced and offers a clean, park-like setting that is both usable and visually appealing. Moreover, native wildlife including Whitetail Deer and Turkey frequent the area.
Abel Ranch presents a unique combination of luxury living, usable acreage, and live water in one of the most desirable areas of the Texas Hill Country. With its prime location near Wimberley, high-quality improvements, and scenic natural features, the property is well suited for a primary residence, weekend getaway, or long-term investment.
