Listings by Debbie Stevenson

Nestled at Salado's western edge, this secluded retreat is where Texas-size dreams are made and stunning lake shore sunsets enjoyed. Currently used as a weekend getaway and cattle ranch, the property is one of the last of its kind. The land fans out as it backs to Stillhouse Hollow Lake, affording direct access to more than 2,000 acres of public shoreline to explore. Renowned for its clear waters and fabulous fishing, the Army Corps of Engineers-managed lake is your neighbor and your imagination is your only limit. Enjoy an abundance of wildlife, from turkey to deer, while marveling that you are just minutes from Salado's historic Main Street and convenient access to the area's major employment hubs. This rare gem will accommodate your every goal, from equestrian and hunting to ranching and more. The 1960's era homestead has not been used in years, but a covered RV park pad with hookups could be your temporary lodging while your lake home is built. There are several current barns and livestock shelters that can be used for horses or converted for other purposes. Restrictions on high-traffic commercial operations and mobile homes ensure continued peace and value for your new legacy property. There is a well. Pump status is unknown. Property is accessed by automatic gate and fully fenced for livestock with current livestock exemption.

This remarkable and versatile estate features a 6,187SF custom Greek Revival main home, 1,856SF separate guest house and 8,382SF production warehouse. Combined, the buildings total 16,425 SF on 13.56 fenced acres. Inspired by classical architecture, the regal primary home features a symmetrical facade with low-pitched gable roof and rows of columns adorning the front and back porches and balconies. A sweeping front entry beckons. Once inside, you will find a resplendent office and formal dining room, each with a fireplace and antique mantle. Further in, an open-concept living room awaits with another majestic fireplace and three towering French doors opening to the back patio. Flooded with light, the kitchen offers a breakfast bar, prep island with sink, full pantry and butler's pantry. The laundry room is separate with its own exit to the back porch. The primary suite and three secondary bedrooms, a shared Jack & Jill bathroom and secondary en suite occupy the second floor. All have access to the upper balconies. The primary bedroom includes yet another fireplace, huge closet, spacious walk-in shower and elegant pedestal tub. A third flight of stairs leads to the top-floor studio, featuring 360-degrees of panoramic views. The home also offers a finished basement with a safe room, spacious and ready to be the next man cave, game room, gymnasium. Only your imagination limits the use of this vast space. The property's second ranch home offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms, an open-concept living room with full kitchen, laundry room and an attached 2-car garage. The third building is a steel-framed, insulated and climate controlled warehouse with a kitchenette, bathroom and 2 loading docks, the larger equipped with a hydraulic dock leveler. Each of the three buildings has a dedicated network closet and structured cabling throughout with multiple data drops ready to be terminated. Local fiber connectivity is in all three buildings and feeds to a centralized server room. The acreage is fully fenced and cross fenced with automatic gate, asphalt drive. There is a back turn-out and shelter for livestock.

Nestled on 13.160 fully fenced acres, you will own both sides of the creek banks. The elegant custom home and carriage house are built above the 500-year flood plain with a design that follows Salado Creek's meandering course. Entry to the property is through a magnificent wrought iron gate and stunning courtyard shaded by the largest of eight mature live oaks. The main home is 6,968 SF with 4 bedrooms, 4 full baths and 2 half baths. It is entered through striking 24-foot entry wall of iron and glass to a magnificent grand foyer with 31-foot copper dome ceiling atop a sweeping quarter-sawn oak staircase. The stairs are accented by copper risers and a forged iron and copper handrail. The resplendent alabaster chandelier can be lowered to floor level. The dome's accent lighting rotates on a track for bulb changes. A 4-person elevator connects the home's second floor and two bedrooms with en suite baths and upper viewing terrace. A seasonal storage room houses a professionally decorated Christmas tree that can be lowered by the touch of a switch to the marble floor below. As the gold ceiling dome lowers the tree, a second midnight blue fills the void. Downstairs amenities include a spacious primary bedroom with 2 walk-in closets, private balcony, library, laundry room and gym overlooking the swimming pool and hot tub terraces. The bespoke French country kitchen with barrel clay ceiling is the heart of the home. Indulge in premium built-in appliances, oak cabinetry, 3 copper farmhouse sinks and range hood, 2 large islands, butler pantry, 2 walk-in pantries and a breakfast room. Formal dining, 4 living areas, an office with room-size vault, laundry room and 4 attached garages complete the first floor's ensemble. The main home's creek-side walls, terrace and outdoor spaces conform to the bluff's curves. Wrought iron railings separate the main terrace and a 40-foot drop to the creek, affording spectacular views of the manicured acreage beyond. A separate 3,118 SF carriage house offers 3 additional garages, workshop and full caretaker or guest accommodation with 2 bedrooms, laundry facilities, kitchenette and bathroom. The home is built from native limestone and has a durable concrete tile roof with copper flashing and an exterior spider be-gone system. A propane generator provides backup power for both buildings. Two gates and a stone wall secure the property from the public road. The interior acreage on the opposite side of the creek is ranch fenced, wooded, manicured and free of juniper. Both sides of the creek afford plenty of room for horses and accompanying facilities. The creek can be crossed either by stepping stone or a low-water crossing.