Brushy Bend House

Brushy Bend House - Round Rock, TX

The Old Chisholm Trail ran next to this river. The local Comanche made their camp here, and cattle were driven to market. This is ancient limestone seabed, and fossils abound. The river is 15 feel deep at this point, and some 300 yards across. The land across the river is a prime piece of the original ranch that incorporated our house, and is held in a trust the ensures it will stand undeveloped as long as the original family owns it. During our stewardship of this special place, we saw birds of every ilk, from herons to hawks, kites and turkey, roadrunners and cardinals. Badger, beaver, nutria, fox, coyote, javalina, and white tail deer are just a few of the animals that have appeared both on our side of the river and the other. The deer frequently swim across, and the sight of a deer's head slowly moving through the water is an amazing treat. The river teems with bass, turtles, and yes, snakes, though in the ten years I lived on this land, I never once saw a poisonous snake. A peaceful sanctuary that allows the soul to heal, this property is a place of dreams.

Front lawn

Front entrance to main house

Entry hall

Dining Room

Dining room floor

Kitchen

3 bedrooms, 3 baths in the main house, formal entry
1 bedroom and bath, plus full kitchen and living areas in guest house
4000sf per tax assessor
Year-round waterfront (15' deep in front of house), house not in flood plain
Two-car garage and driveway that easily accommodates 10 vehicles, plus separate workshop
Three zones of heat, air, and hot water
Cat5 cabling throughout, with dual sockets for phone and internet in Main and Guest.
150 year old Live Oaks and extensive landscaping w/in ground sprinkler system
Designer stained concrete floors and wall treatments
Covered verandah the length of the house, up and down
IKEA cabinets in kitchen, stainless steel appliances, designer details
Separate laundry and sewing room w/double sink
Water softener and filtration systems
Intercom between main and guest houses
1.23 acres of beautiful nature and wildlife

One of two pull-out pantries