
278 BARTON BEND RD
LIST PRICE: $3,990,000
Featured Property
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
PROPERTY DETAILS
4 Bedrooms
6.5 Baths
5,003 SqFt
7.31 Acres
5+ Car Garage
Solar Power
Water Well
Generator
Rain Collection
Infinity Edge Pool
Fire Feature
Ipe Decking
Bocce Ball Court
Rose Garden
Flex Level
Guest House
Architect: Geschke Group Architecture
Builder: Kirby Walls Custom Homes

PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS
Listed Price: $3,990,000
General Property Features:
• Located on two lots (Lots 3 & 4) in Medlin Creek Ranch, totaling 7.31 acres
• 5,003 sq ft of conditioned space, including the main house, detached guest house, and garage office/lounge
• 4 bedrooms | 6.5 bathrooms total (3 bed/4.5 bath in main home, 1 bed/1 bath in guest house, 1 bath in garage flex space)
• American Black Walnut wood flooring in the main residence
• Engineered Walnut floors in the guest house
• 5-car garage capacity: 2-car attached + 3-car detached garage with attic storage and full bathroom
• Additional capacity for 2 vehicles on lifts in detached garage (7-car potential)
• Slot wall system with hanging hooks in the garage
• Redwood countertop in garage lounge/flex
• Custom Redwood bench in laundry/mud room
Detached Guest House:
• Fully independent and stand-alone guest house with private entrance, kitchenette, full bath, dedicated HVAC zone, Control4 integration, and full backup power via generator
• 100% self-contained and ideal for guests, extended family, or work-from-home use
Smart Home & Automation:
• Full Control4 system installed by Imagine Solutions (toimagine.com)
• Controls:
• Majority of interior lighting and all landscape lighting
• TVs, audio sources, stereo, routers, electric blinds, gate/doorbell, and security cameras
• Window treatments throughout are by Lutron, with a combination of manual and electric shades
• Electric blinds on Control4 in media room, stairwell, living room, primary bedroom, and primary bath
• Blackout shade in the media room for complete light control and theater-quality viewing
Power & Energy Systems:
• KOHLER KG2204 liquid-cooled propane generator providing 24kW and 100 Amps of power
• Powers the guest house, pool systems, and core home functions
• Dual circuit breaker panels in the garage to manage backup vs. non-backup loads
• Server closet power can be manually diverted to backup via an extension cord
• Garage prepped for battery backup installation (designated alcove in garage)
• Two 500-gallon propane tanks
• 59-panel SunPower solar array (SPR-E20-327-AC modules) | 19.29 kW | Est. 37,319 kWh/year
• 25-year manufacturer’s warranty
Water & Septic Systems:
• 42,000-gallon potable rainwater collection system (large above-ground tank)
• 9,900-gallon well tank supplies irrigation and pool
• Installed water softener (not currently online), ready if converting well water for domestic use
• Two dry wells for the water treatment system backwash
• Aerobic spray septic system with 5 spray zones across the front acreage
• Smart irrigation managed by the HydroWise app
Outdoor Living & Materials:
• Infinity-edge pool with spa, integrated fire feature, and acrylic-based see-through separation
• Dual filtration for pool: cartridge and sand systems
• Bocce ball court
• Built-in outdoor grill
• Ipe wood decking
• Imported Branco Classico sandblasted stone from Solancis (Portugal) used for patios, paths, and entries
• Custom LED lighting along driveway and home exterior (uplighting in front, downlighting in back)
Landscaping & Trees:
• Over 200 mature Live Oak trees professionally maintained by Austin Tree Surgeons
• 120+ additional Live Oak saplings cultivated by the homeowner for long-term canopy growth
Additional Features:
• Reinforced ceiling in upstairs room with installed ring anchor for gym equipment
• EuroCave wine cooler in garage lounge
• Soundproofing in the shared wall between the office and the laundry room, and within the media room walls