Dripping Springs, TX 78676(Hays County)

Grotto Springs Ranch is perfectly positioned just 11 miles southwest of Dripping Springs, 12 miles northwest of Wimberley, 14 miles west of Driftwood, 17 miles east of Blanco, and 25 miles southwest of Bee Cave. Downtown Austin is a convenient 34-mile drive away. The ranch offers 3,055 +/- feet of road frontage on Mount Sharp Road, ensuring easy access and prime development potential.

Landscape:

Grotto Springs Ranch captures the essence of Hill Country beauty. Rich in history and offering excellent access throughout, this 116 +/- acre ranch features a diverse landscape with gently rolling terrain, scenic water features including a grotto with butter block dams, and significant elevation changes with dramatic rock bluffs. With over 120 feet of elevation change, ranging from 1,280 feet near the grotto to 1,400 feet at the highest point, the property provides multiple ideal homesite locations. The ranch is adorned with a variety of hardwoods, including majestic Oaks, Cedar Elms, ancient Heritage Live Oaks, Sycamores, and selectively retained Cedar, providing natural forage for wildlife. Additionally, the property includes over 17 acres of well-maintained pastures, ideal for grazing and livestock.

Improvements:

Grotto Springs Ranch offers a pristine canvas with unique charm, ready for you to create your dream ranch. With electricity already available on-site, you're set to transform this land into your personal sanctuary. The ranch features a well-developed road system and strategically placed butter block dams in the spring, ensuring ample water supply for endless recreational opportunities.

Water Supply:

The crown jewel of Grotto Springs Ranch is its exceptional water features. The property boasts over 2,176 +/- linear feet of a robust spring-fed tributary, showcasing the picturesque Texas Hill Country landscapes. Enhanced by strategically placed butter block dams, the creek provides abundant recreational possibilities. Below the spring, you'll find an enchanting natural grotto adorned with ferns and moss, where water gently cascades into a serene 3-4 feet deep pool. This idyllic spot holds the potential to become your private swimming oasis, with the soothing sounds of water offering a tranquil retreat.

Wildlife:

Grotto Springs Ranch is a sanctuary for a variety of native game, thriving in its diverse and well-maintained environment. With an excellent water supply, strong grazing capabilities, and dense brush for cover, the ranch supports an array of wildlife, including Whitetail deer, hogs, turkeys, dove, and various waterfowl. The property is entirely low-fenced, allowing wildlife to roam freely and enhancing the ranch's natural beauty and appeal.

Agricultural Exemption:

The ranch currently benefits from an agricultural exemption.

If you've been searching for a genuine live water Hill Country treasure in one of Texas's most desirable areas, look no further than Grotto Springs Ranch. Nestled between Dripping Springs and Wimberley, this extraordinary property offers an unmatched opportunity to own a piece of Texas paradise.