Bridget Chapman
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Bear Creek Ranch is a 20± acre property for sale in Gillespie County, Texas, offering a classic Hill Country home set on a bluff overlooking Bear Creek. Located near Fredericksburg in the heart of Texas Wine Country, this property blends scenic views, usable land, and quality improvements, making it ideal for a full-time residence, weekend retreat, or investment property.
The ranch is situated within the Bear Creek Ranchettes, surrounded by wineries and Hill Country attractions. It is 11± miles from downtown Fredericksburg, 18± miles from Comfort, 22± miles from Kerrville, and 28± miles from Enchanted Rock. The location provides convenient access to dining, shopping, and recreation while maintaining a private rural setting.
The two-story home offers 2,732± square feet with four bedrooms and three full bathrooms. The main floor includes two bedrooms, including a primary suite with a private bath, while the second floor features two additional bedrooms and a shared bath. The open-concept layout connects the kitchen, dining, and living areas, highlighted by cathedral-style ceilings with exposed timber trusses and a large masonry fireplace. Interior finishes include stained concrete floors, reclaimed wood accents, and deep covered porches. Recent updates include new energy-efficient windows installed in December 2022 and fresh beadboard paint throughout.
Additional improvements include a newly redone 1,550± square foot metal shop or barn with air conditioning, a bathroom, and an epoxy floor. The property also includes RV storage with hookup, a water storage system, and one electric water well.
The property features over 900± feet of seasonal Bear Creek, adding natural character and drainage to the landscape. Elevated terrain creates a bluff with long-range views overlooking the creek bottom. The land includes rolling pasture, a hay field, and large post oak motts, offering a mix of open space and tree cover typical of the Texas Hill Country.
Native wildlife is present throughout the property, including Whitetail Deer, Dove, and Turkey. The combination of creek frontage, hardwood cover, and open pasture provides a natural habitat for wildlife and enhances the recreational appeal.
Bear Creek Ranch offers a rare opportunity to own small acreage with a well-appointed home, scenic views, and creek frontage in Gillespie County. Its location near Fredericksburg and surrounding wineries, combined with functional improvements and usable land, makes it well suited for residential living, recreational use, or a Hill Country investment property.
