Set on 7.31 expansive acres in the esteemed Medlin Creek Ranch, 278 Barton Bend Rd is a private Hill Country estate that seamlessly blends design-forward living, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and serene natural beauty. Encompassing 5,003 square feet of total conditioned space—including a beautifully designed main residence, detached guest house, and finished garage office/lounge—this 4-bedroom, 6.5-bathroom property offers a rare combination of architectural sophistication and everyday livability.

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The main home features three bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms, highlighted by reclaimed old-growth Redwood beams and siding from California and Oregon, American Black Walnut flooring, and soundproofing in both the media room and shared office/laundry wall. The upstairs room includes a reinforced ceiling and ring anchor for heavy gym equipment. In the media room, a Lutron blackout shade enhances the theater-like viewing experience by eliminating external light when needed.

 

The fourth bedroom lies within the fully independent guest house, which includes a private entrance, kitchenette, engineered Walnut floors, a full bath, and its own HVAC zone. The guest house also integrates with the Control4 system and is fully supported by the property’s backup generator—making it a true standalone residence ideal for extended family, guests, or a private retreat.

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Garage capacity is equally robust, offering a 2-car attached garage and a 3-car detached garage with attic storage, a full bathroom, and a climate-controlled lounge equipped with a EuroCave wine cooler and custom Redwood countertop. Two additional vehicles can fit on lifts in the detached garage, bringing total capacity to seven. A slot wall system and Redwood bench in the mudroom round out the custom features.

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The entire property is powered by a 59-panel, 19.29 kW SunPower solar array with an estimated annual output of 37,319 kWh and backed by a KOHLER liquid-cooled 24kW propane generator fed by dual 500-gallon tanks. Dual electrical panels separate backup from standard loads, and the home is prepped for battery backup via a dedicated garage alcove. The guest house and pool systems are fully supported by the generator, and the server closet power can be manually diverted for backup.

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Smart home automation is integrated throughout via a full Control4 system installed by Imagine Solutions. The platform controls interior and landscape lighting, TVs, audio sources, security cameras, electric blinds, routers, and gate access. Window treatments throughout the home are by Lutron, with both manual and electric options, including electric blinds in the living room, stairwell, primary suite, and a blackout shade in the media room.

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Water systems include a 42,000-gallon potable rainwater collection tank and a 9,900-gallon well tank dedicated to irrigation and pool use. A water softener is installed and ready to be activated if converting well water to household use. The aerobic spray septic system includes five spray zones, and water treatment backwash is managed through dual dry wells. The entire irrigation system is managed via the HydroWise app.

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Outdoor amenities rival luxury resorts: a dramatic infinity-edge pool with integrated spa and a crystal-clear acrylic separation, a bocce ball court, built-in outdoor grill, Ipe wood decking, and Portuguese Branco Classico stone throughout walkways and patios. LED lighting—uplighting in front, downlighting in back—adds nighttime elegance and security.

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The property is framed by over 200 mature Live Oak trees and enhanced by more than 120 saplings grown and cultivated on-site by the homeowners to extend the native canopy.

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Located within the award-winning Dripping Springs ISD and only minutes from wineries, parks, and the best of Hill Country living, 278 Barton Bend Rd offers an unmatched combination of luxury, preparedness, privacy, and architectural excellence. It is more than a home—it is a fully realized sanctuary for refined Texas living.