Active · MLS# 2840731

278 Winfield Thicket Rd

Bastrop, TX, 78602

$554,950

3 Beds · 2 Baths · 2,699 SF · $206/SF

Charming Hilltop Retreat with Main Home & Guest House on Nearly 4 Acres – Smithville School District. Discover peaceful country living just minutes from town in this rare find: a spacious 1,849 sq ft main home (built 2012) paired with a modern 850 sq ft guest house (built 2018). This property won't stay on the market long! Nestled in a quiet, low-traffic hidden subdivision atop a scenic hill, the home sits at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac on almost 4 acres of fully fenced and cross-fenced land. Enjoy privacy and tranquility with mature small-to-medium loblolly pines and oaks dotting the grounds—perfect for nature lovers or those seeking space to roam. Location is ideal: outside city limits (no city taxes!), yet conveniently close to shopping, medical facilities, employment, and all essential amenities. Families will appreciate assignment to the desirable, smaller Smithville school district. Energy-efficient and sustainable features set this property apart: Durable tile roof Installed solar system for reduced energy costs Two rainwater catchment tanks dedicated to gardening Standard aqua water meter for indoor use Step inside the main home to a bright, welcoming layout. With a primary bedroom suite, featuring four stunning custom stained-glass windows and a private ensuite bath for a touch of elegance and serenity. This versatile setup is perfect for multi-generational living—ideal for an elderly parent, a young adult staying home longer, or as an income-generating rental (guest house offers independent living space). Embrace the best of both worlds: rural charm, modern comforts, and smart sustainability on a private, acreage estate. Schedule your showing today—this special property is ready for its next chapter!

Property Details

Property type

Single Family Residence

Living area

2,699 sq ft

Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

2 full

Year built

2012

Lot size

3.92 acres

Subdivision

Whispering Pines

County

Bastrop

Annual taxes

$2,149

Schools

Elementary

Brown Primary

Middle

Smithville

High

Smithville

Features

Interior

Breakfast Bar · Ceiling Fan(s) · Ceiling-High · Granite Counters · Kitchen Island · Open Floorplan · Primary Bedroom on Main · Study/Home Office

Exterior

See Remarks

Flooring

Concrete

Heating

Central · Electric · Fireplace(s) · Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air · Electric

Views

Pasture · Trees/Woods

Listing courtesy of Judy Smith, Mike Hightower Realty. Information is provided by Unlock MLS (Austin Board of Realtors) and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Adrian Salas is not the listing agent for this property unless otherwise stated.