100 Little El Paso Rd, Martindale, TX 78655

Five acres. A private pool. A separate guest residence. Your own piece of Hill Country.

Five acres. That’s 5.01 level, cleared, fully fenced acres in a gated community of just six homes. Mature trees shade the land, wildlife comes through regularly and the only neighbors you’ll hear are the birds. There’s room for gardens, animals, a workshop or simply wide open space. With an oversized two-car garage, RV access and parking for eight, every truck, trailer and toy has a place.

A private pool. The in-ground pool and pergola sit just off the back deck, ready for long Texas summers. You get swims in the morning and evenings under the stars, all with no crowds and no HOA pool schedule.

A separate guest residence. The private guest apartment is about 900 sq ft, with its own entrance, full kitchen, living area, bedroom with walk-in closet and separate A/C. It’s ideal for extended family, visiting guests, a private home office or rental income. Everyone gets their own space, and there’s real earning potential too.

Your own piece of Hill Country. The main residence has three bedrooms, including two primary suites. It also features vaulted ceilings, wood and tile floors, and a kitchen with granite counters, a center island and stainless appliances. Step out to the wraparound porch and take in Hill Country and pasture views that stretch to the horizon. It all feels a world away, but San Marcos is only 15 minutes out, Austin is 45 and the San Marcos River is minutes from your gate.

The 5.01-acre compound at 100 Little El Paso Rd in Martindale offers something rare in the Texas Hill Country: genuine isolation paired with practical proximity to major centers. Situated in a private gated community of just six homes, this property delivers the security of a tight-knit enclave without the vulnerability of sprawl. The neighborhood's restrictive access means you control who enters your sanctuary. Martindale itself maintains low crime rates and a deliberate rural character that acts as a natural buffer against urban pressures.

The 3,850-square-foot residence was built in 2004 with HardiPlank construction and modern hardening features. Two primary suites provide flexibility for multigenerational living or guest accommodations without compromise. The main floor's open floor plan connects the granite-countered kitchen, breakfast bar, and multiple living areas with vaulted ceilings, giving you sight lines across your interior space. Recessed lighting and ceiling fans are positioned for both daily function and energy efficiency. The in-law floorplan includes a separate 900-square-foot guest apartment with its own entrance, full kitchen, and independent HVAC system. This detached space serves as a legitimate second residence on your property, reducing household noise and creating genuine privacy for visiting family.

Outdoor living here extends across multiple structures: a front porch for morning coffee, a rear porch overlooking the cleared acreage, a substantial deck, and a covered patio anchoring the pool area. Large mature trees exceed 40 feet and frame views across your land. The fully fenced perimeter means your children and pets move freely without constant monitoring. Wildlife sightings are frequent enough to feel connected to the natural world, but the property's infrastructure (electric range, stainless steel appliances, central AC on both structures) keeps modern comfort constant.

Distance metrics matter for peace of mind. San Marcos sits 15 minutes north via I-35, New Braunfels 20 minutes east. Austin's job centers reach you in 45 minutes during off-peak travel. The San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District serves this area, with Dezavala Elementary, Goodnight Middle, and San Marcos High School providing established pathways for local families. At $227 per square foot for a 4-bed, 5-bath home on five rural acres with guest housing, the property reflects significant land premium over typical suburban pricing. Your family grows with room to expand without changing zip codes.