For Sale House MLS# ACT2840731

278 Winfield Thicket Rd

Bastrop, TX 78602

$554,950

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About 278 Winfield Thicket Rd

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
MLS type
Residential
Status
Active
Year built
2012
Stories
One
Living area
2,699 sqft
Price / sqft
$206
Lot
3.92 AC / 170,755 SF
Full baths
2
Original price
$570,000
MLS #
2840731

Interior

Features
Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Ceiling-High, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom on Main, Study/Home Office
Appliances
Dishwasher, Electric Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, RNGHD, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
Flooring
Concrete
Heating
Central, Electric, Fireplace(s), Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air, Electric
Fireplaces
1
Laundry
Laundry Closet
Windows
Insulated Windows

Exterior & lot

Roof
Tile
Foundation
Slab
Lot
Cul-De-Sac, Public Maintained Road, Trees-Medium (20 Ft - 40 Ft)
Patio & porch
Covered, Porch
Fence
Cross Fenced, Fenced, Perimeter, Wire
View
Pasture, Trees/Woods
Parking
Detached Carport, Driveway

Schools

District
Smithville ISD
Elementary
Brown Primary
Middle
Smithville
High
Smithville

Utilities

Utilities
Electricity Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Water
Public
Sewer
Septic Tank
Security
Smoke Detector(s)
Green features
Insulation, Solar Panel

Financial

Annual tax
$2,149
Tax year
2025
Parcel
21314
Legal
3.92 Acres, Lot 15, Whispering Pines
Special conditions
Standard

Location

Subdivision
Whispering Pines
County
Bastrop
Directions
From Bastrop head east on SH71 towards Smithville, turn right on McAllister and follow to end where it turns left into Crafts Prairie. Turn left on Winfield Thicket and follow to the cul-de-sac. Property is at end of cul-de-sac. Sign in front.

Location

Neighborhood
Whispering Pines

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Listed by Judy Smith, Mike Hightower Realty

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