5 Luxury Texas Ranch and Lakefront Estates Near Austin

Along the water’s edge in Salado, Firefly Ranch unfolds across rolling terrain and oak-lined creek bottoms, with expansive views that shift with the day’s light. Stillman Valley Creek traverses the property, bringing a strong sense of place and the kind of natural soundtrack that makes mornings feel unhurried and evenings quietly restorative. The land’s varied topography creates a rhythm of open stretches and shaded corridors, inviting long walks along the creek and lingering pauses beneath the oaks. Conveniently located within an hour of Austin, it balances a rural setting with access to the city when needed. With excellent water and noted future lake potential, Firefly Ranch offers a landscape designed for both simple daily pleasures and long-range vision.

Size: 167.07± acres

Along the water’s edge on the coveted shores of Lake LBJ, this modern residence sits within the exclusive, gated Drace waterfront community, pairing high-level design with effortless lakefront living. The home offers five spacious bedrooms, each with its own ensuite, plus a half bath and a full outdoor bath that supports seamless indoor-outdoor days. In the main living and kitchen area, soaring 24-foot ceilings and walls of glass frame lake views and draw in natural light. A dining room that appears to float above the water is complemented by a full bar, setting an easy rhythm for entertaining. Outside, a resort-style setting includes a pool, jacuzzi, built-in outdoor kitchen, 50 feet of open waterfront, a private dock with two boat lifts, and a rooftop deck. Elevator access, Sonos audio, window coverings, energy-efficient features, designer furnishings that convey, and short-term rental eligibility complete the experience.

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Along the water’s edge in Forestburg, ZD Ranch balances working-land practicality with easygoing retreat. At its center, a 12± acre private lake—stocked with bass—sets the tone, complete with a covered dock for unhurried mornings and long afternoons. Five additional ponds, seasonal Bingham Creek, and five water wells extend the property’s water resources, supporting both recreation and productivity. With more than 8,000 feet of road frontage on FM 922 and Pilots Loop, access feels straightforward and efficient. Rolling elevations open to sweeping views across a considered mix of improved pasture, native grass, and wooded cover suited to cattle and wildlife. Infrastructure is already in place with multiple large barns, shops, and solid cattle pens. A ranch-style 3BR/2BA rock home, plus a workshop and storm cellar, anchors daily life with comfort and purpose.

Size: 222.38 ± acres

From its elevated setting in Boerne’s Texas Hill Country, this estate unfolds across 5.9 private acres above seasonal Spring Creek, with sweeping views over a neighboring 300-acre ranch. The single-level main residence offers an open, airy layout with four spacious bedrooms and four full baths, finished with a quiet sense of refinement throughout. A separate two-story casita expands the experience: two bedrooms and 2.5 baths downstairs, plus an upstairs full kitchen, living room, and game area oriented to the wide-open horizon. Outdoors, daily life centers on the pool, hot tub, and an outdoor kitchen anchored by an Italian handmade brick pizza oven. Practical luxuries include a mud room, work room, red light sauna, oversized three-car garage, and an 800-square-foot workshop with loft and mini-split AC—along with a conveyed Master Golf Membership for an easy, recreation-forward rhythm.

Set on 1.27 acres in San Antonio, this parklike estate pairs preserved character with a distinctly considered point of view. The current owner has thoughtfully revealed the home’s original spirit, exposing magnificent stone walls that now anchor the interiors as a dramatic focal point. A sophisticated palette of jewel tones carries a sense of refined elegance from room to room, while behind the scenes, practical upgrades include enhanced electrical and a comprehensive sprinkler system. Outdoors, the experience expands into an extraordinary multi-tiered patio with a spacious pool and meticulously designed living spaces. A fully equipped outdoor kitchen, multiple dining areas, and stylish lounge seating make entertaining feel effortless, whether for a quiet evening or a larger gathering. Private electronic gates, ample parking, and a three-car climate-controlled garage complete the retreat-like setting.