5 Hill Country Waterfront Homes and Ranch Escapes in Texas

Along a major stretch of US Highway 281 in Spring Branch, this multi-use commercial property sits in desirable Comal County, positioned for daily visibility and easy access through the Hill Country and Central Texas. The retail buildings reflect a Texas design sensibility, finished with native stone that brings a grounded, regional character to the setting. Ample parking supports a range of uses, while a gated entry adds an extra layer of security. Well maintained throughout, the property offers a straightforward, practical backdrop for an owner looking to establish a presence in a fast-growing area—just a few miles north of San Antonio and within a short drive of New Braunfels, San Marcos, and Austin. It’s the kind of location that keeps you connected, whether you’re arriving for the workday or welcoming clients in from the highway.

With the lake as its backdrop, this new-construction residence on River Oaks Drive in Kingsland pairs sunset and mountain views with 180-degree nature vistas and 50 feet of open-water frontage. Open-concept living unfolds across a thoughtfully designed layout with six bedrooms and five-and-a-half bathrooms, anchored by a gourmet kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances and expansive quartz countertops suited to easy hosting. All furnishings convey, creating a truly turnkey setting from day one. Outside, a resort-style infinity pool and outdoor grill area frame an exterior designed for entertaining, while two terrace balconies offer quiet moments with the view. The private boat dock features two lifts, a second level, and a covered roof on the top deck for year-round enjoyment. A full game room adds shuffleboard, air hockey, and a complete movie and video game setup.

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Along the water’s edge in a gated Lake LBJ community, this fully furnished 2017-built residence is designed for unhurried, turn-key lake living. The open main floor is filled with natural light and anchors daily life with generous living and dining areas alongside a well-equipped kitchen featuring double ovens and two pantries. The primary suite and two guest suites on the main level keep hosting effortless, while upstairs adds king, queen, and bunk accommodations plus a Jack-and-Jill bath setup. A large game room—with pool table and sleeper sofa—extends the home’s relaxed, group-friendly feel. Outside, covered patios frame a heated pool and spa, and an upgraded private dock comes fully equipped with lifts for boats and JetSkIs. Set in calm, protected waters, days here move easily from sunrise coffee to evenings by the lake.

Set just north of Lampasas, Simms Creek 267 Ranch is centered on Hill Country recreation and the rare draw of nearly one-third mile of clear, rock-bottom Simms Creek frontage. The setting reads as a natural retreat, where the creek becomes both a focal point and a daily companion—inviting quiet mornings along the water and unhurried afternoons spent exploring the banks. With its long stretch of frontage, the property offers an immersive connection to the landscape, defined less by built elements and more by the simple luxury of space, clarity, and moving water. Here, life is paced by the creek itself, offering an easy rhythm of outdoor time and restorative calm.

Size: 267.3± acres

Surrounded by century-old oak groves and Hill Country vistas in Spicewood, this exclusive 8½-acre sanctuary is designed for complete privacy, with 2,000 acres of adjoining county-owned land and trails for wandering on foot or horseback. Reimagined and rebuilt for indoor-outdoor living, the single-story ranch-style layout pairs native stone, warm woods, and organic finishes with open sightlines between the living, dining, and kitchen areas. Wood plank floors and steel windows frame the flow, while sliding glass doors draw in breezes and light. The chef’s kitchen centers the home with viola marble surfaces, custom maple cabinetry, and a butler’s pantry, complemented by built-in bookcases and a bar niche. Outside, a gated circular drive leads to a 45-foot self-cleaning pool with integrated spa, an outdoor kitchen, and a detached guest casita with sauna—an easy rhythm for unhurried days.