116 E. Austin
Fredericksburg, Texas 78624

830-990-8708
Fax: 830-990-8906
 

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LOCATED JUST WEST OF TOWN, on 11.955 acres, the best of the old with all the bells and whistles of the new is what you will find in this circa 1875 limestone/ Basse block with 4 bedrooms/2 baths (3320 SF according to GCAD, although owner believes it to be larger) that was restored and added to by award winning contractor Richard Laughlin. When Richard completed this restoration in 2003, he submitted the project to Texas Association of Home Builders and received the Lone Star Award for best period restoration. Situated on land that according to the chain of title, was once owned by the founder of Fredericksburg, John Musebach, this home has features including flooring of long leaf pine which was reclaimed sub-flooring in an old gymnasium in Hillsboro, tile and stained concrete. Some of the thick native limestone walls are exposed and some are plastered, working transoms above the original doors to the home and several rooms have custom doors from distant places.

The kitchen is one that is truly easy to work in, you will find custom cabinets, travertine tile, buffet sink from Pennsylvania that is placed in a furniture style counter and in easy reach is ample pantry space. Vaulted and beamed ceilings, bead board and stained glass are some of the amenities you will fine in this home. The home is equipped with 3 heating (propane) and cooling units, all water heaters (3) in the home are tank-less and the home has a 400 AMP electric service. Water is provided by two private wells, one of which is powered by a windmill (and a three-legged one at that).

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The spacious master suite is a part of the new construction and is enhanced by faux finished walls, stained glass portals, a custom light fixture, antique beams and the doors leading to the master bath are imported from Mexico. The bath has amenities such as double vanity set in antique reproduction furniture along with companion mirrors, a large tub by Aquatic (uses air to create a whirlpool type effect), a walk-in shower with double heads and a very spacious walk-in closet. The corner item of furniture is an antique linen closet and will remain with the home.

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Another section of the home is where you will find two additional bedrooms and a full bath. A 4th bedroom is available in the form of the loft which is located above the kitchen dining area and accessed from the stairs just off the sunroom and in the living area.

The exterior of this portion is built of Basse Block. And located just of the kitchen/living room area is a large sunroom that for many years was the front porch of the home. The entire home is covered with a standing seam metal roof, the best type of metal roof available and that will provide many, many years of service.

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The large stone patio is an entertainer's dream come true with covered porches and large oaks. Plenty of room for the grill, tables and chairs and a group of friends to gather and enjoy the views of the distance hills of Gillespie County. The oversized detached garage is just steps from the home and has an upstairs that is currently used for storage but would make some wonderful guest quarters.

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In this one, there are several outbuildings providing shelter for equipment, hay and livestock. Excellent fencing, entry gate with operator, Ag Exempt land, paved county road frontage, excellent soils, a complete package ready for you to move in and enjoy today! If a restored pioneer home is what you have been waiting for, this is the one to see! MLS 59807 is shown by appointment only, call Dennis at 830-456-6327 or dennisk@kusey.com. Listing price WAS $859,500 NOW $789,900.

For an appointment to see this fine home, call Dennis at 877-996-0099 or e-mail dennis@kusey.com