Property Details

  • 5 Acres Of Country Close In, Private Nature Sanctuary, Casual Simplicity, Studio

  • 5 Scarlet Ridge Austin, TX 78737 View Area Info

Property Description

Secluded nature retreat down a quiet country lane, 5.15 acres in a shady oak tree clearing of hill country beauty. A rare combination of comfortable country living with close-in convenience, just 17 miles to downtown Austin's food, fun & music, 7 miles to the Y at Oak Hill or Dripping Springs. 

Timeless Texas stone single story with casual simplicity.  Screen porch, separate large casita or studio with north light and 1.5 baths, plus a workshop and a recent stone double garage which could be a bigger workshop. Tree views from every window, tile throughout, Cathedral ceiling great room with triple sliding glass door views that bring the outside in, plantation shutters, built-ins, fireplace. Gated entry, circular driveway, off culdesac in Heritage Oaks. It is possible to bring your horse.  Room for a pool, LCRA water. 3100 gallons of rain collection with a well to supplement the irrigation system as needed.  

Savor the sunset, delight in the dawn, enjoy the moonrise and the southern breeze.  This is a sanctuary of casual living that could be inspiring, you can renew your life here or grow great ideas. It is a peaceful park-like refuge where you could choose something fun to do all day like art, music or writing or just relax and enjoy the simple pleasures and indulge yourself by being nestled in the trees in a private forest preserve and also see the big sky. Wonderful nature lover's setting with a practical "Not So Big House" aesthetic of clean lines and no wasted space, a well thought out house and well placed benches that invite bird and animal viewing.

Retire here to the solitude of "splendid isolation" to clear your mind or provide simple, gracious hospitality to friends who will appreciate a rejuvenating recess detached from hectic life. This mini-ranch is a pleasant hideaway removed but not remote where you can relax and enjoy the restful country life, pursue various hobbies and find the right balance for you.  Serene seclusion and simplicity, find your dream here for a new life in the Texas Hill Country.  Come by and say howdy, the magnificent oaks will entice you to stay.. 

Amenities

  • All Sides Masonry
  • Beautiful White Stone Exterior
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Deck
  • Detached Garage
  • Dripping Springs Schools
  • Equestrian Community
  • Extra Storage
  • Gated Lane off Cul-de-sac
  • Great Room Fireplace
  • Guest House
  • Hays County
  • High ceiling living room
  • Magnificent Oak Trees
  • Metal AC ducts
  • Metal Roof
  • North/South exposure
  • Outbuildings
  • Oversized laundry room
  • Plantation Shutters
  • Plaster Walls
  • Private Yard
  • Radient barrier under roof
  • Rain Collection
  • Screened Porch
  • Single Story
  • Studio or office or gameroom or exercise room or Guest Cottage
  • Tile throughout
  • View of Woods
  • Walk-in double closet
  • Workshop

Based on information from the Austin Board of Realtors (alternatively, from ACTRIS) Information last updated on 05.27.11. Turnquist Partners Inc., the Board, nor ACTRIS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. All date is provided "AS IS" and with any faults. Data maintained by Turnquist Partners Inc., the Board, or ACTRIS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Copyright 2012 Austin Central Texas Realty Information Services, Inc

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Listing Agent

Sara Madera, ABR,CRS,GREEN

Sara Madera, ABR,CRS,GREEN

  • EPRO,GRI,SRES,Broker
    Luxury Marketing Inst
  • Westlake
  • 512-750-5536
  • 512-750-5536
  • 512-469-0311

Westlake

  • 3700 Bee Caves Rd.
  • Austin, TX 78746
  • Tel: 512.328.3939
  • Fax: 512.328.3922
  • Toll-Free: 1.800.282.3939

Lakeway

  • 3315 RR 620 S
  • Austin, TX 78738
  • Tel: 512.263.7997
  • Fax: 512.263.1851
  • Toll-Free: 1.800.990.8830

Oasis

Northwest Hills

  • 7111 Chimney Corners
  • Austin, TX 78731
  • Tel: 512.343.6565
  • Fax: 512.343.6969

Farm & Ranch

  • Tel: 830.236.5330
  • Toll-Free: 1.800.781.5330

General Inquiries

  • Toll-Free
  • 1.800.282.3939