2574 County Road 211 , Hico, TX 76457(Erath County)

The main home at Hilltop Lake Ranch, built in 1994 and beautifully remodeled in 2015, offers 4,200 sq ft of inviting, comfortable, and refined living space. With three bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, an indoor heated pool, an infrared sauna, and an outdoor shower, the home blends everyday comfort with remarkable luxurious amenities. Wood flooring runs through the main living areas, complemented by carpeted bedrooms and upgraded tile and vinyl wood in the mudroom and pool spaces. The indoor heated pool, equipped with an advanced ozone, silver, and copper purification system, transforms the home into a private wellness retreat. The kitchen is fully outfitted with stainless steel appliances, and the adjoining breakfast area overlooks the lake and surrounding landscape, creating a bright, open setting that enhances daily routines. A 560 sq ft lakefront guest house, built in 2019, provides additional accommodations with privacy and beautiful lakefront views. Further improvements include a 416 sq ft barn/shop, a well-kept chicken and bird coop, and a functional three-pen working area with chute, perfect for cattle and livestock.

Water:

Water is one of the defining features of Hilltop Lake Ranch. The 3-acre lake sits just outside the main home, creating a beautiful and ever-changing focal point of daily life on the property. In the winter, the lake becomes a regular stop for migrating waterfowl, adding a striking seasonal presence to the ranch. The lake provides year-round enjoyment, from peaceful morning views to fishing, kayaking, and quiet evenings by the water. A strong 25 GPM private water well, reaching 300 feet deep, supplies the property with a reliable water source, offering both convenience and long-term water security.

Land, Wildlife & Terrain:

The land at Hilltop Lake Ranch is as dynamic as it is scenic. With approximately 60% wooded terrain and 40% open pasture, the ranch feels expansive yet private, offering a beautiful balance of open space and mature timber. Mature hardwoods are abundant throughout the property, especially along the dry creek bed that winds through the ranch and serves as a natural wildlife corridor. A conservation easement protects the lands natural character and helps keep property taxes low, ensuring the ranch remains both beautiful and economically efficient to own. Wildlife is plentiful, with Whitetail deer, turkey, dove, feral hogs, and other native species frequently seen throughout the ranch. In the winter, the lake becomes a regular stop for migrating waterfowl, adding a seasonal highlight to the property. About 50 feet of elevation change creates rolling topography and provides the impressive vantage point from the homesite and lake. The meticulously cared-for garden and fruit trees add a sense of charm and connection to the land, attracting a variety of native wildlife to the property. Hilltop Lake Ranch is the type of place where every season brings something special.

Location:

Hilltop Lake Ranch is ideally located. The property sits just 20 minutes from Hico, 1 hour and 15 minutes from Fort Worth, 1 hour and 45 minutes from Dallas, 1.5 hours from Waco, and 2.5 hours from Austin. Its close enough to major cities for an easy weekend getaway, yet far enough to offer the privacy, quiet, and wide-open feel that make this ranch truly special.